Diagnostic Radiologist
Updated 11/19/25
Whittier, California, United States
Physician
Radiology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
JOB OVERVIEW
PATIENT INFORMATION
FACILITY INFORMATION
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
Requirements: PPD, Varicella, MMR
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
JOB REQUIREMENTS
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Job Title: Radiologist (Diagnostic Radiology)
- Job Type: Locum Tenens
- Location: Whittier, CA
- Service Setting: Hospital and Remote Teleradiology
- Coverage Type: Clinical Only
- Coverage Period: ASAP Ongoing (8-month duration)
- Clinical Shift Schedule: On-site daytime 8a5p; Remote evening 4p1a (varied start times); Remote weekends/holidays 10a12a (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: 6090 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 (710 wRVUs/hour depending on shift)
- Collaborate with radiology team members to manage high imaging volumes
- Document reports via Nuance Powerscribe One and PACs system
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