Radiology Physician

Diagnostic Radiology Physician Remote Locum Tenens Woodland, CA

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced, Board-Certified Diagnostic Radiologist for a full-time remote locum tenens opportunity supporting hospital and outpatient imaging services in Sacramento, California, and surrounding markets.

The physician will provide diagnostic imaging interpretation for emergency department, inpatient, and outpatient services across multiple healthcare locations.

Responsibilities include interpreting magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, and general radiographic (X-ray) studies.

This position requires proficiency in all four imaging modalities and the ability to manage a high-volume diagnostic imaging workload in a remote reading environment.

The assignment offers overnight and early-morning coverage, with a consistent schedule, no additional on-call responsibilities, and no weekend coverage requirement.

Compensation:
Tier 1
Hourly: $475/hr

Tier 2
Hourly: $505/hr

Assignment Details

Location: Sacramento, CA Remote / Teleradiology
Provider Type: Physician (MD/DO)
Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology
Position Type: Locum Tenens
Work Arrangement: Fully Remote
Coverage Schedule: Full-Time
Start Date: As Soon as Credentialed
Assignment Duration: 9 12 Months
Number of Positions: 1
Practice Setting: Hospital Emergency Department / Inpatient / Outpatient Imaging
EMR System: Cerner
PACS System: Merge PACS
Voice Recognition System: Nuance PowerScribe 360
Credentialing Timeframe: Up to 90 Days

Schedule

Shift Type: Overnight / Early Morning

Shift Hours: 2:00 AM 8:00 AM

Shift Duration: 6 Hours

Work Schedule: Any 5 Days Per Week

Weekly Coverage: 5 Shifts

Weekend Coverage: Not Required

On-Call Responsibilities: None

Assignment Duration: 9 12 Months

Start Date: Following Credentialing

Patient Population / Imaging Volume

The physician will interpret diagnostic imaging studies for emergency department, inpatient, and outpatient populations.

Average Daily Imaging Volumes:

Ultrasound: Approximately Studies

CT / MRI: Approximately Studies

X-Ray: Approximately Studies

The exact daily reading mix and distribution of imaging modalities will depend on clinical demand.

Clinical Responsibilities

Interpret General Diagnostic Radiology Studies

Perform Remote Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation

Interpret Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Studies

Interpret Computed Tomography (CT) Studies

Interpret Ultrasound Examinations

Interpret General Radiographic (X-Ray) Studies

Provide Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation for Emergency Department Patients

Support Inpatient Diagnostic Imaging Services

Interpret Outpatient Imaging Studies

Identify and Communicate Critical Imaging Findings

Provide Timely and Accurate Diagnostic Reports

Collaborate With Referring Physicians and Clinical Teams

Maintain Accurate Documentation in the Designated Imaging Systems

Utilize Merge PACS for Image Review

Utilize Nuance PowerScribe 360 for Radiology Reporting

Maintain Consistent Reporting Quality Across Multiple Healthcare Locations

Required Clinical Skills

General Diagnostic Radiology

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Interpretation

Computed Tomography (CT) Interpretation

Ultrasound Interpretation

X-Ray Interpretation

Emergency Radiology

Inpatient Diagnostic Imaging

Outpatient Diagnostic Imaging

Cross-Sectional Imaging Interpretation

High-Volume Radiology Reporting

Critical Findings Communication

Remote Diagnostic Imaging Workflow

All four imaging modalities MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray are required.

Clinical Practice Details

Work Setting: Fully Remote / Teleradiology

Primary Services: Emergency Department and Inpatient Imaging

Additional Services: Outpatient Diagnostic Imaging

Coverage Scope: Multiple Hospitals and Outpatient Clinics

EMR: Cerner

PACS: Merge PACS

Voice Recognition: Nuance PowerScribe 360

IT Support: Available 24/7

Equipment: Remote Reading Workstation Provided

Additional Equipment: Not Specified

Call Coverage: None

Weekend Coverage: None

Remote Work Requirements

Candidates must reside in one of the following states:

California

Colorado

Florida

Arizona

Utah

The physician must be able to perform diagnostic imaging interpretation remotely using the designated workstation and clinical systems.

Clinical Environment / Support

Multi-Hospital Diagnostic Imaging Network

Emergency Department Imaging Services

Inpatient Radiology Services

Outpatient Imaging Clinics

Merge PACS Imaging Platform

Nuance PowerScribe 360 Reporting System

Cerner Electronic Medical Record System

24/7 IT Support

Remote Reading Workstation Provided

Requirements

Board Certification in Diagnostic Radiology Required

At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Diagnostic Radiology Required

Active California Medical License Required

Residency in California, Colorado, Florida, Arizona, or Utah Required

Proficiency in MRI Interpretation Required

Proficiency in CT Interpretation Required

Proficiency in Ultrasound Interpretation Required

Proficiency in X-Ray Interpretation Required

Experience Interpreting Emergency Department and Inpatient Imaging Studies

Ability to Manage High-Volume Diagnostic Imaging Workloads

Ability to Provide Timely and Accurate Radiology Reports

Strong Clinical Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently in a Remote Radiology Environment

Availability for 2:00 AM 8:00 AM Shifts

Availability for 5 Shifts Per Week

Clean Malpractice History Highly Preferred

Experience With Merge PACS Preferred

Experience With Nuance PowerScribe 360 Preferred

Experience With Cerner EMR Preferred

Credentialing Requirements

Board Certification in Diagnostic Radiology

Active California Medical License

Minimum 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Diagnostic Radiology

Verification of Professional Background and Malpractice History

Hospital and Outpatient Foundation Privileges Across Participating Locations

Completion of Applicable Credentialing and Enrollment Requirements

Credentialing Timeframe: Up to 90 Days

Equipment and Technical Support

Remote Reading Workstation Provided

Merge PACS Access

Nuance PowerScribe 360 Access

Cerner Access

24/7 IT Support Available

Additional Assignment Information

One Full-Time Diagnostic Radiologist Position Available

Fully Remote Teleradiology Opportunity

Residency Restricted to Five Eligible States

Active California Medical License Required

Early-Morning Shifts From 2:00 AM 8:00 AM

Five Shifts Per Week

No On-Call Responsibilities

No Weekend Coverage Required

MRI, CT, Ultrasound, and X-Ray Interpretation Required

Multiple Hospital and Outpatient Imaging Locations

Assignment Duration of 9 12 Months

Credentialing May Take Up to 90 Days