Locum Tenens Physician - General Diagnostic Radiology Needed in IL

Job Description

Our client in Illinois is seeking a skilled General Diagnostic Radiologist for an urgent 60-day assignment, commencing Jul 27, 2026. This role requires an ability to read CTP stroke protocol and involves a busy schedule of approximately 70-80 reads per 8-hour period, ensuring efficient handling of stroke alerts, ED stats, and inpatient studies with critical result communication.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform diagnostic imaging interpretations, averaging 70-80 reads per 8-hour period.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in reading CTP stroke protocol.
• Manage stroke alerts with a target turnaround time of 20 minutes.
• Interpret ED stats within 30-60 minutes.
• Complete inpatient stats within 60 minutes.
• Communicate critical results within 60 minutes.
• Ensure inpatient complete read turnaround time is under 4 hours.
• Maintain outpatient complete read turnaround time under 6 hours.
• Interpret a variety of diagnostic imaging, primarily plain film studies.
• Utilize GE PACS system for image management.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Diagnostic Radiology is required.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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