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