Radiology - Interventional Physician
This opportunity is fora Radiologist to provide hospital-based coverage at a general acute care facility, supporting both diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology needs.The role focuses heavily on acute care imaging, including stroke CTs, ED and ICU studies, with additional procedural responsibilities. There is also potential outpatient coverage requiring on-site presence for contrast imaging and breast procedures.
Dates / ScheduleStart Date:February , with ongoing coverageSchedule:Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PMSetting:Inpatient hospital coverage with potential outpatient Building 4 coverageJob Details & ResponsibilitiesProvide radiology coverage for aGeneral Acute Care Hospital(Stroke Certified; not a Trauma or Chest Pain Center)Perform and interpretacute care imaging , including stroke CTs, ED, ICU, inpatient, and outpatient studiesPerforminterventional radiology procedures , primarily non-complex and percutaneousPotential coverage of outpatient imaging center requiring presence for contrast CT, MRI, and breast biopsiesCollaborate with on-site radiology nurses and technologistsCoordinate with an external radiology group handling overflow and after-hours readsExpected Daily Volume:
50 imaging studies/day4 6 procedures/dayImaging Breakdown:
CT: /dayX-ray: /dayUltrasound: 8 12/dayProcedures Include:
Lumbar puncturesBarium studiesThoracentesis, paracentesisNephrostomy tubesIntra-abdominal abscess drainageChest tubes, suprapubic cathetersCT/US-guided biopsies (thyroid, lung, other)Drain placements and aspirationsEMR:Cerner
Reason for Coverage:Radiologist resignation
Required Skills & QualificationsBoard Certified or Board Eligible in RadiologyActiveCalifornia State LicenseCompletedResidency/FellowshipStrong procedural skillset and ability to manageacute care imaging , including stroke CTs (dealbreaker requirement)BLS and DEA(required during credentialing)California Fluoroscopy Permit(required at submission)Clean malpractice history (preferred)Availability confirmed at time of name clearNPDB Self-Query Reportdated within 30 days of presentation (required)Experience with ED, ICU, inpatient, and outpatient imaging workflows