Radiologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Hospital and Imaging Center in Northeastern Georgia

Job description

About the facility

This hospital in northeastern Georgia requires locum radiology coverage for chest and general diagnostic imaging services. The facility maintains privileges at two sites an inpatient hospital and an imaging center and utilizes EPIC EMR for clinical documentation. The team is supported by five part-time physicians with no APP support on staff.

About the facility location

Northeast Georgia offers a range of outdoor and recreational attractions, including Amicalola Falls State Park, Vogel State Park, and Brasstown Bald Mountain. The area features hiking trails of varying difficulty levels, including options within the Aska Adventure Area, as well as vineyards such as Chateau Elan Winery and Wolf Mountain Vineyards. Visitors may also explore additional attractions, with several highly regarded activities available throughout the region at no cost.

About the clinician's workday

The radiologist will provide on-site chest and general diagnostic radiology coverage Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at least one week per month. Daily responsibilities include interpreting approximately 27 studies per day, consisting of 30-35 chest CTs, 5 HR CTs, 7-9 lung screenings, and chest X-rays as volume dictates, with inpatient and ED volumes fluctuating based on need. All studies are adult patients, and no mammography or procedures are required. Documentation is completed through the EPIC EMR system, and the locum clinician is required to supervise; optional call coverage is available every fourth week from 5:00 PM Monday to 5:00 AM the following Monday.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Approximately 27 studies/day
• Support staff: 5 part-time physicians, no APP support
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Procedures: No procedures
• Equipment/PACS system: EPIC EMR
• Modalities: Chest CT, HR CT, lung screenings, chest X-ray; no mammography
• Type of dictation used: EPIC EMR

Your dedicated recruiter

Allison Bloodworth

Call / Text: (678) 992-1631
Email: asbloodworth@locumtenens.com

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