Diagnostic Radiologist – Tele-Rad | Stroke Imaging Focus | Chicago, IL

Job description

A hospital-based radiology practice in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologist for onsite coverage. This role primarily involves general diagnostic imaging with a key focus on stroke CT perfusion interpretation and supporting timely emergency department workflows.
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Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive locum compensation (market rates)
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice coverage provided
• Flexible scheduling options available
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Major metropolitan location with easy travel access, diverse patient population, and high-acuity clinical environment.
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Work Environment & Schedule
Practice Setting
• Hospital-based radiology department
• PACS: GE
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team
Expected Workload
• Approximately 70–80 reads per 8-hour shift
• Average diagnostic volume: ~34 studies/day (primarily plain film)
Efficiency Benchmarks
• Stroke alerts: ~20 minutes
• ED stat reads: 30–60 minutes
• Inpatient stats: ~60 minutes
• Critical results communication: <60 minutes
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Clinical Scope
Core Responsibilities
• General diagnostic radiology interpretation
• CT perfusion stroke protocol reading (required)
• MRI abdomen for emergent OB cases
Preferred (Not Required)
• MRI joint interpretation
• Light interventional radiology for onsite providers
Not Required
• Cardiac ultrasound interpretation (read by cardiology)
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Requirements
• Board Certified / Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology
• Experience reading CT perfusion stroke protocols
• Ability to meet turnaround time expectations
• Active Illinois license (or ability to obtain)
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• Prime Chicago Location
• Balanced Diagnostic Workload
• High-Impact Stroke Imaging Role