Physician - Radiologist

Job Description

Our client in California is seeking a skilled Radiologist for a 120-day assignment starting Mar 9, 2026. This Physician will be responsible for reading ER and general cases during 8-hour shifts, initially with overlap coverage and transitioning to solo reads after 5 PM. Duties include performing CT reads for pulmonary, general diagnostics, abdomen, and pelvis, ensuring timely turnaround for stat and stroke reads.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform readings for ER and general cases.
• Provide overlap coverage until 5 PM, transitioning to solo reads after 5 PM.
• Ensure a 2-hour turnaround for stat reads.
• Ensure a 20-minute turnaround for stroke stats; confirm stroke reads.
• Conduct CT reads, focusing on pulmonary, general diagnostics, abdomen, pelvis, and other body reads.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.