Lucrative Diagnostic Radiology Locums in Woodland, CA
Job Description
Job Description
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 20–25 Studies
CT / MRI: Approximately 25–30 Studies
X-Ray: Approximately 150–200 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