Radiologist

Whittier, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: 1 - 1

Posted on: 26-08-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title: Radiologist (Diagnostic Radiology)

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Whittier CA

Service Setting: Hospital and Remote Teleradiology

Coverage Type: Clinical Only

Coverage Period: 10/1/2025 Ongoing (8-month duration)

Clinical Shift Schedule: On-site daytime 8a 5p; Remote evening 4p 1a (varied start times); Remote weekends/holidays 10a 12a (flexible subsets)

COVERAGE DATES

Minimum 5 on-site weekday shifts per month (must include Fridays)

Minimum 5 remote evening shifts per month

Minimum 3 remote weekend/holiday shifts per month

Flexible scheduling with preference for candidates covering weekends

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics: Adult and General Radiology population

Patient Volume/Census: 60 90 wRVUs/day

Case Mix: Diagnostic Radiology with CT MRI X-ray Ultrasound Nuclear Medicine; subspecialty reads as applicable

FACILITY INFORMATION

EMR System: PACs (Change Healthcare) Dictation via Nuance Powerscribe One

Specialty Backup Available: Locum works alongside radiology team

Support Staff: Team-based environment

Reason for Coverage: High volume exceeding available FTEs

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

Temporary Privileges Available: Yes

Credentialing Timeline: 1 month

Vaccination Requirements: PPD Varicella MMR

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Travel Lodging and Malpractice Insurance: Not typically provided; local candidates preferred (LA or Orange Counties)

Lodging: Candidates must reside locally to minimize travel/lodging costs

Remote candidates preferred from PST or Hawaii time zones

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

GI Fluoro studies (if on-site)

Lumbar puncture (if on-site)

Diagnostic reads for CT MRI X-ray US NM

No procedures required for teleradiology

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Licenses: Active California medical license and CA RHL required

Board: Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology

DEA: Not specified

Certifications: CA X-ray operator and supervisor permit required

Experience: Minimum 1 year in specialty with no employment gaps >0.5 year

Subspecialty Training: Fellowship training in Neuroradiology MSK Chest Body/Abdomen or Interventional Radiology preferred

Other Qualifications: Experience in brain and spine MRI stroke protocol CT/CTA/CTP required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform diagnostic radiology reads across multiple modalities (CT MRI US NM X-ray)

Cover on-site daytime shifts remote evening shifts and remote weekend/holiday shifts as scheduled

Maintain productivity standards (7 10 wRVUs/hour depending on shift)

Collaborate with radiology team members to manage high imaging volumes

Document reports via Nuance Powerscribe One and PACs system

Locum Tenens

JOB OVERVIEW Job Title: Radiologist (Diagnostic Radiology) Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Whittier CA Service Setting: Hospital and Remote Teleradiology Coverage Type: Clinical Only Coverage Period: 10/1/2025 Ongoing (8-month duration) Clinical Shift Schedule: On-site dayt...