Join MedStar Health’s Expanding Nighthawk Radiology Division
MedStar Health — the largest healthcare system in the Maryland and Washington, D.C. region — is growing our Nighthawk Radiology Division and seeking Diagnostic Radiologists for evening and overnight remote opportunities.
This is a fully remote position open to candidates located anywhere in the United States.
Position Highlights
- Academic and clinical opportunities available
- Final interpretations for after-hours CT and ultrasound studies
- Some X-ray coverage with occasional MRI interpretation
- 24/7 dedicated PACS support
- 24/7 call center support for critical results reporting
- 7- or 8-hour shifts
- Preliminary reads utilized during high-volume periods or complex cases
- Collaborative shared coverage model for after-hours provider and technologist questions
- Expected productivity of 9–10 RVUs per hour, with incentives for higher productivity
Schedule Options
Compared with many emergency radiology practices, our shifts are designed to support work-life balance with shorter overnight coverage blocks, typically 8 hours.
Overnight Schedule
- Approximately 17 working weeks annually
- 1 week on / 2 weeks off rotation
- Monday–Sunday: 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Evening Schedule
- Approximately 23 working weeks annually
- Periodic 3-week breaks built into the schedule
- Monday–Friday: 5:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
- Saturday–Sunday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Hybrid Evening/Overnight Schedule
- Weekdays: 12:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.
- Weekends: 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Practice Environment
- Coverage across multiple hospitals and urgent care centers throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia
- Includes coverage for a Level I Trauma Center
- Collegial, collaborative, and highly supportive team environment
- Strong operational infrastructure designed specifically for remote radiology workflows
Qualifications
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Diagnostic Radiology
- Eligible for medical licensure in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia
- Fellowship training preferred
- Must maintain licensure in the state from which readings are performed
Why Join MedStar Health?
- Competitive compensation package
- Sign-on bonus
- Productivity and quality bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Relocation assistance
Join a nationally recognized health system that combines academic excellence, advanced technology, and a physician-focused culture while offering the flexibility of a fully remote radiology career.