<p>A Texas hospital in Brownsville is recruiting a Diagnostic Radiology/light Interventional Radiology locum tenens physician for an ongoing assignment. The role is structured to deliver genuine work-life balance — a manageable procedural workload paired with flexible shift options and a competitive pay rate. Radiologists comfortable reading general diagnostic studies and performing a defined set of IR and fluoroscopic procedures will find this a well-scoped, sustainable engagement. The assignment is ongoing, making it a strong fit for locum providers seeking consistent, long-term coverage without the unpredictability of short-rotation work.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive locum tenens pay rate structured to attract experienced, fellowship-trained radiologists</li> <li>Ongoing assignment length — stable, predictable scheduling rather than short-gap coverage</li> <li>Flexible shift options designed to accommodate your preferred schedule and work-life balance goals</li> <li>Manageable workload that avoids the high-volume burnout common in permanent hospital radiology positions</li> <li>Professional liability coverage standard to locum tenens engagements</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Hospital-based setting with a blended Diagnostic Radiology and light Interventional Radiology scope</li> <li>PACS platform: Synapse PACS for image review and workflow management</li> <li>Procedural scope includes lumbar punctures, myelograms, chest tube placement, embolization, and declot procedures</li> <li>Light IR caseload — provider is expected to perform diagnostic reads between interventional cases, keeping the day well-rounded rather than purely procedural</li> <li>Willingness to flex between IR and DX reading is the key operational expectation of this role</li> <li>Ongoing assignment structure supports continuity of care and familiarity with the facility's workflow and staff</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Diagnostic Radiology (ABR)</li> <li>Completion of an ACGME-accredited Diagnostic Radiology residency; IR fellowship or equivalent procedural training preferred</li> <li>Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one prior to start</li> <li>Demonstrated competency in lumbar punctures, myelograms, chest tube placement, embolization, and declot procedures</li> <li>Comfort transitioning between interventional cases and diagnostic image interpretation within the same shift</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Brownsville sits at the southern tip of Texas along the Rio Grande, directly across from Matamoros, Mexico — a bicultural border city with a low cost of living, warm climate year-round, and easy access to South Padre Island's Gulf Coast beaches. The Rio Grande Valley offers affordable housing, a growing healthcare infrastructure, and a tight-knit community feel that appeals to physicians who want their dollar to stretch further without sacrificing quality of life. For locum providers, Brownsville's proximity to major Texas metros via air travel makes scheduling and commuting straightforward.</p>