Interventional/Diagnostic Radiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in California

LocumTenens.com; Friant (CA); On-site; USD 344,000 - 482,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a board-certified radiologist for an on-site assignment in California. The role encompasses interventional radiology and diagnostic imaging coverage for inpatient and ED populations, with day-shift hours.

Expect a high-volume workload, performing 50 studies per day and 4–6 procedures daily, including lumbar punctures, barium studies, and CT/US biopsies where needed.

Qualifications

• Board-certified radiologist with subspecialty training in interventional and diagnostic radiology.
• Experience providing inpatient and ER imaging coverage.
• Ability to read and perform interventional radiology and diagnostic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform interventional radiology procedures and diagnostic imaging interpretation.
• Manage a high-volume workload with roughly 50 studies per day and 4–6 procedures daily.
• Provide on-site coverage for inpatient and emergency department cases.

Skills

Interventional radiology

Diagnostic imaging

On-site availability

Education

MD/DO

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-213442-MD-CA
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:September - Ongoing
• Shift Type:Day Shift
• Assignment Type:Inpatient;ER
• Call Required:No
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This general acute care hospital maintains stroke certification and provides comprehensive medical services to inpatient and emergency room populations. The facility features imaging infrastructure to support interventional radiology procedures and diagnostic imaging services, with a radiology group in Sacramento providing overflow and after-hours reads. An outpatient building on site supports advanced imaging procedures, including contrasted CTs, MRIs, and breast biopsies.

About the Facility Location

California offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor, cultural, and recreational attractions throughout the state. The state features varied landscapes, including coastal scenery, natural landmarks, and protected areas known for diverse ecosystems and year‑round activities. Outdoor pursuits such as hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing are available across multiple regions, alongside museums, historic sites, and galleries suited to a variety of interests.

About the Clinician's Workday

The interventional/diagnostic radiologist will provide on‑site inpatient and emergency room coverage during day shifts, performing comprehensive interventional radiology procedures and diagnostic imaging interpretation. Primary procedural responsibilities include lumbar punctures, barium studies, various centesis examinations with drains, and CT/US biopsies as preferred interventional procedures. The clinician will manage approximately 50 studies per day plus 4-6 procedures daily, with additional coverage opportunity at the outpatient building for contrasted CTs, MRIs, and breast biopsies where clinician presence is required. Board certification is required for this assignment.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:Approximately 50 studies per day plus 4-6 procedures per day
• Support Staff:Diagnostic Imaging Nurses, Techs; Radiology group in Sacramento for overflow and after-hours reads
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Location Type:On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:No
• Government:No
• Procedures:Lumbar punctures, barium studies, centesis exams with drains, CT/US biopsies
• Modalities:TBD