Radiology assignments you will want to renew
We connect radiologists with 1099 locum tenens opportunities at some of the most prestigious health systems across the U.S.
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Renewal rate
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Clinician referral rate
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On-time start rate
Eligibility
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Experienced radiologists ready for a 1099 locum tenens assignment, short or long-term.
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Employed W2 radiologists exploring independent contract work alongside or instead of a permanent role.
We place radiologists across:
- Body imaging
- Breast imaging
- General diagnostic radiology
- Interventional radiology
- Musculoskeletal (MSK) radiology
- Neuroradiology
- Pediatric radiology
- Teleradiology
What working 1099 looks like
As a 1099 radiologist, you’re an independent contractor: paid per contract. Some physicians work this way for years. Others use it to fill gaps between longer-term commitments, or to test a health system before considering a permanent role there.
Find available positions
At Ark, we focus on people, not transactions. Because we focus on relationships rather than transactions, our clinician acceptance rate is 95% and our renewal rate is 90%. We deliver more than a promise: we are the partner hospitals trust to show up, and clinicians trust to stand behind them.
Why work as a locum radiologist with Ark Staffing?
One voice, one advocate
One dedicated account manager is your single point of contact from first call to final shift. That same open, transparent communication runs to the hospital too, so what you agreed to and what the client expects never drift apart.
Credentialing and licensing, handled
Our credentialing team manages the paperwork and timelines so you’re not chasing down credentials solo or navigating new certifications alone. It’s a direct reason assignments start on time instead of getting stuck in process.
Specialists, not generalists
We work exclusively in anesthesia, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, radiology, pediatrics, and GI, so the person credentialing and matching you actually understands your specialty’s requirements.
Assignments built to renew
A 90% renewal rate means hospitals want you back, not a new schedule search after every assignment.
Referred by other physicians
60% of our placements come from a physician referral.
Your schedule, your call
You decide which assignments to take and when to work, so you can build a schedule around your life instead of the other way around.
Find Your Fit
Where you’ll work
We staff radiology locum tenens assignments in metro and rural hospitals, imaging centers, and outpatient practices that need radiology coverage without a full-time hire.
FAQs
What does it mean to work as a 1099 radiologist?
You’re an independent contractor rather than a hospital employee. You’re paid per contract, you manage your own taxes, and you choose which assignments to accept.
Do locum tenens radiology assignments include malpractice coverage?
Yes, coverage is arranged as part of the assignment. We’ll confirm the specific terms for any role before you accept it.
How long do locum radiology assignments typically run?
It varies. Some are short-term coverage for a leave or an open req, others run months and get renewed. Given our 90% renewal rate, a “short-term” assignment often turns into something longer if it’s a good fit on both sides. We also offer 1099 to perm transition support if that is of interest to you.
Can a locum radiology assignment turn into a permanent job?
It can. Some physicians use a 1099 assignment as a working interview for a health system they’d consider joining permanently.
Why is demand for locum radiologists growing right now?
Imaging volumes keep climbing while the radiologist workforce hasn’t kept pace, especially in rural and community hospitals. Locum coverage exists to bridge exactly that gap, which is why radiologists have more 1099 assignment options today.
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