Interventional/Diagnostic Radiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Hospital in California

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Glance Job Reference Id:

ORD-208049-MD-CA

Title:

MD Dates Needed:

April 27-May 1 and May 25-29, ongoing coverage

Shift Type:

Day Shift Assignment Type:

Inpatient Call Required:

Yes Board Certification Required:

Yes Job Duration:

Locums About the Facility This general acute care hospital maintains stroke certification and provides comprehensive medical services to both inpatient and outpatient populations. The facility features advanced imaging equipment and PACS system to support interventional radiology procedures and diagnostic imaging services. Additional coverage opportunities exist at the outpatient building which specializes in advanced imaging procedures including contrasted CTs, MRIs, and breast biopsies. About the Facility Location The area offers diverse recreational activities including sunset catamaran sailing cruises on Monterey Bay lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes, as well as granite adventure experiences at Quarry Park Adventures. Visitors can explore scenic drives through redwood state parks, visit local wineries and vineyards, and enjoy family attractions such as

LEGOLAND

California with its 60 rides and

SEA LIFE

Aquarium featuring marine life exhibits. Additional activities include hiking opportunities to observatories, cultural attractions like art centers, and coastal experiences at nearby beaches. About the Clinicians Workday The radiologist will provide comprehensive hospital coverage including interventional radiology procedures and diagnostic imaging interpretation during day shifts with call coverage. Primary responsibilities include performing stroke CTs, thoracentesis, paracentesis, nephrostomy tubes, abscess drainage, lumbar punctures, barium studies, and centesis examinations with drains. The clinician will maintain availability for emergency cases with minimal weekday calls and manage approximately 50 studies per day plus 4-6 procedures daily. Additional opportunity exists to cover outpatient building where radiologist presence is required for contrasted CTs, MRIs, and breast biopsies.

Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD:

Approximately 50 studies per day plus 4-6 procedures per day

Support Staff:

Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support

Patient Population:

All Ages Call Ratio/Schedule:

Yes, rarely ever called during the week

Location Type:

On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required:

No Government:

No Procedures:

Thoracentesis, paracentesis, nephrostomy tubes, abscess drainage, lumbar punctures, barium studies, centesis exams

Equipment/PACS System:

Advanced imaging equipment and PACS system

Modalities:

IR procedures

Type of Dictation Used:

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