Radiology Physician

ATC West Healthcare Services is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologist with experience in mammography and breast biopsies to provide ongoing part-time locum coverage in a facility in Northern CA. This role focuses on reading all imaging modalities, with an emphasis on diagnostic mammograms and performing breast biopsies. PET scan reading ability is a plus, and providers must meet MQSA requirements (minimum 960 mammograms interpreted every 24 months).

Dates & Schedule

• Start Date: January (exact week varies based on existing staff schedules)

• Commitment: One week every other month

• Duration: 6 9 months

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

• Call: No call required

Job Details & Responsibilities

• Setting: Outpatient clinic

• Duties Include:

  • Reading all radiology modalities: CTs, MRIs, X-rays, ultrasounds

  • Diagnostic mammograms and breast biopsies (including wire localization)

  • Reading PET scans (preferred)

  • Basic interventional procedures if capable (paracentesis, thoracentesis, drains, etc.)

  • Support from techs and radiology staff

  • Option to send studies to MRG Teleradiology if outside comfort zone

• Volumes (monthly averages):

  • Screening Mammograms: 225

  • Diagnostic Mammograms: 30

  • Procedures (biopsies, wire localization): 13

• EMR: Cerner

• Support Staff: Radiology techs, ultrasound techs, and other clinical staff

• Reason for Coverage: Recent radiologist resignation

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiology Required

• MQSA Compliant (minimum 960 mammograms in last 24 months) Required

• State Medical License Required

• Residency in Diagnostic Radiology Required

• No specific fellowship required

• Comfortable with breast imaging and biopsies Required

• Ability to read PET scans Preferred

• BLS/ACLS and DEA certification Required for credentialing

• Clean malpractice history Preferred

• Availability at time of name clear Required