Locum Radiologist – Overnight Diagnostic Coverage (Remote)
Job at a glance
Job description
A healthcare system is seeking a Remote Diagnostic Radiologist to provide long term overnight coverage supporting multiple hospital imaging sites. This opportunity offers a consistent overnight schedule with a structured rotation that allows for extended time off between coverage blocks.
Radiologists will interpret a high acuity mix of emergency department and inpatient imaging studies similar to a Level 1 trauma center environment. The workflow is primarily focused on CT and radiography studies related to trauma, neurologic evaluation, and acute inpatient care. Physicians comfortable working in a fast paced overnight diagnostic environment with a trauma focused case mix are encouraged to inquire.
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
• Experience interpreting emergency department and trauma related imaging studies
• Comfortable working overnight shifts in a high volume diagnostic environment
• Active state medical license or ability to obtain
• Ability to work efficiently in a remote reading environment
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
Working Hours
The schedule operates on a one week on, two weeks off rotation. Physicians must be comfortable with overnight coverage and may be asked to assist with holiday coverage as needed.
Credentialing may take several months, but providers able to start as soon as credentialing is completed are preferred.
Skills
• CR / Radiography (approximately 40 percent)
• Ultrasound (approximately 5 percent)
• Additional general diagnostic imaging studies
The case mix is comparable to acute care imaging volumes typically seen at Level 1 trauma centers, with a focus on emergency department and inpatient studies.