
General Diagnostic Radiologist | Physician
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Richmond, KY
- Job type
- Local
- Profession
- Physician
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $171
- Weekly
- $6,845
- Yearly (full-time)
- $355,940
- Start date
- January 4, 2026
This job pays about $171/hour — 9% above the median for Physician jobs in Kentucky ($157/hour).
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Physician jobs in Kentucky right now
- 46 open Physician jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 3 of them in Richmond.
- Pay in these listings: $77.38 – $177/hour, median $171/hour.
- Typical Physician pay in Kentucky: $157/hour ($327,392/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($171/hour across 8 jobs).
Job description
Locum Tenens General Diagnostic Radiologist Job in Richmond, Kentucky
Flexible locum tenens radiology job in Richmond, KY 40475: Join a well-established community hospital and provide high-quality diagnostic radiology coverage with strong weekly earning potential.
Join a locum tenens opportunity for a skilled General Diagnostic Radiologist to provide high-quality coverage in a well-established community setting in Richmond, Kentucky. This position offers a dynamic mix of inpatient routine, stat, and stroke reads, along with a collaborative workflow and a steady volume of advanced imaging cases. Candidates seeking a flexible diagnostic radiology job with strong weekly earning potential and a supportive clinical environment are encouraged to apply.
Job Details
- Specialty: General Diagnostic Radiology
- Position Type: Locum tenens radiologist opportunity
- Setting: Hospital-based radiology coverage
- Location: Richmond, KY 40475
- State: Kentucky radiology job
- Start Date: January 4, 2026
- End Date: January 5, 2026
- Duration: 1 day with ongoing coverage needs noted in the schedule
- Shift Options: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM EST and 8:00 AM–5:00 PM EST
- Coverage: 7 days per week
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,270–$7,420
- Equipment/Tools: RPCE Tech Stack and Powerscribe 4.0
- Reading Mix: CT 40%, MRI 6%, Nuclear Medicine 1%, Ultrasound 8%, X-ray 45%
- Volume Expectation: Approximately 75 RVUs per shift
Job Requirements
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology (within 5 years)
- At least 1 year of radiology experience preferred
- Ability to interpret a broad range of diagnostic studies, including CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and X-ray
- Comfortable handling inpatient routine, stat, and stroke reads
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospital radiology environment
- Experience supporting inpatient diagnostic imaging and timely clinical decision-making preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide accurate and timely diagnostic radiology interpretations
- Cover inpatient routine, other routine, stat, and stroke imaging studies
- Maintain productivity expectations of approximately 75 RVUs per shift
- Use RPCE Tech Stack and Powerscribe 4.0 to support efficient reporting
- Deliver dependable coverage aligned with the daily schedule and clinical needs
- Collaborate with the care team to support high-quality patient care and rapid clinical decision-making
- Contribute to a smooth workflow in a fast-paced hospital-based radiology setting
Location Highlights
Richmond, Kentucky offers a welcoming community atmosphere with the charm of Central Kentucky. Candidates can enjoy convenient access to scenic outdoor spaces, local dining, historic surroundings, and the energy of nearby Lexington, making this an appealing place to work and explore between shifts.
Apply now for this locum tenens radiologist opportunity in Richmond, Kentucky and join a supportive healthcare team today.
Benefits
GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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