Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Diagnostic Radiologist

• Job Type: Locum Tenens

• Location: Las Vegas, NV

• Service Setting: Acute Care Hospital with Remote/Teleradiology Coverage

• Coverage Type: Clinical Only

• Coverage Period: 01/19/2026 – Ongoing (26 weeks)

• Clinical Shift Schedule: Night coverage with flexible late shifts on Pacific Standard Time

COVERAGE DATES

• Starting January 19, 2026 (ongoing; preference for one full week per month)

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Adults

• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 120 cases per day translating to 80–100 wRVUs per 8-hour shift

• Phone Consults: Included as needed for ER and outpatient studies

• Case Mix: Emergency department and outpatient imaging with emphasis on CT Perfusion; modality mix approximately 50% X-ray, 25% CT, 15% Ultrasound, and 10% MRI

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Cerner

• Office Equipment Available: Physician must provide own diagnostic workstation, monitor, and computer

• Specialty Backup Available: Radiology subspecialty support across system hospitals

• Support Staff Available: Radiology technologists and support teams

• Reason for Coverage: Ongoing night coverage and expansion across multiple Nevada sites

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Orientation: All hours billable

• Weekend Coverage: Available and often paid at a higher premium

• Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Diagnostic interpretation of X-ray, CT, MRI, and Ultrasound studies

• CT Perfusion interpretation

• Emergency and outpatient imaging coverage

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active Nevada medical license required; IMLC accepted

• Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology

• Certifications: As required by facility

• Experience: Ability to maintain high-volume reading thresholds in a fast-paced environment

• Other Qualifications: Must read on Pacific Standard Time; ability to meet quarterly RVU threshold of approximately 13,000; familiarity with InteleRad, Clario, and NovaRad PACS preferred

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interpret diagnostic imaging studies across multiple modalities during night shifts

• Maintain productivity standards of 80–100 wRVUs per shift

• Provide timely, accurate reads for ER and outpatient cases

• Collaborate with referring physicians and radiology teams across multiple sites

• Utilize PACS, dictation, and AI tools to support efficient workflow

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within Cerner and PACS systems

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