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Radiology Partners
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Breast Radiologist - Independent Contractor - Albuquerque, NM

Radiology 8.7 Work-LifeNo callContract

Listed compensation

$150K - $300K

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Job Description

Job Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW Position Title: Breast Radiologist – Days Onsite – RP Borderlands Job Type: Independent Contractor Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico (on-site) RP Borderlands has an immediate opening for an Independent Contractor - Breast Radiologist to join our team at Lovelace Women’s Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. This opportunity is a flexible part-time/PRN coverage to help cover our full time Breast Radiologist for vacation.

The position includes generous compensation, flexible scheduling and travel stipend. Position Summary 100% Breast Imaging| option for some General Dx if desired Weeklong shifts: M-F, 8-5pm (Onsite) Be proficient in all aspects of breast imaging/procedures No call, weekends or holidays. Cover up to 11 weeks/year or 55 shifts (Vacation coverage) Competitive

Compensation

Potential opportunity for additional shifts LOCAL PRACTICE AND COMMUNITY OVERVIEW Radiology Partners Borderlands is a collegial, progressive subspecialty trained group in New Mexico. RP Borderlands is a private practice that offers partnership track within a rapidly growing group with academic affiliations.

We have a commitment to quality and ardently promote and invest in the professional development of our radiologists through a comprehensive quality assurance program. We offer highly competitive compensation, as well as malpractice insurance coverage and CME & healthcare reimbursement.

Lovelace Women’s Hospital is New Mexico’s first and only hospital dedicated to women’s health and features a 53-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit,24/7 emergency department, 16 labor and delivery rooms, 41-bed Mother-Baby unit, a Maternal-Fetal Medicine program for high-risk pregnancies.

8 Intensive Care Unit beds and 73 Medical Surgical beds. Lovelace Women’s Hospital’s offers a nationally accredited Breast Care Center providing the latest in 3D mammography and surgical procedures.

Lovelace Women’s Hospital is also the first Center of Excellence for Minimally Invasive Gynecology, Robotic Surgery and Hernia Surgery in the state, offering the latest in minimally invasive surgery with less pain, shorter hospital stays and faster recovery for many gynecological and urological procedures.

With the latest surgical technology, our team of renowned general surgeons offer a variety of innovative services and programs. As one of the oldest cities in the United States, Albuquerque boasts a unique multicultural history and heritage.

You will always know you're someplace special, with plenty of restaurants, shopping, and galleries around town, or playing on the best golf courses in the Southwest.

Nowhere is the confluence of past and present more dramatic than here in Albuquerque, where the modern city skyline is set against a backdrop of the stunning Sandia Mountains and an endless, timeless blue sky. With spectacular weather, Albuquerque is perfect for outdoor activities, including biking, skiing and hiking.

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Completed an internship and residency in accredited US Diagnostic Radiology Training Program Board certified by American Board of Radiology or the American Osteopathic Board of Radiology or Board certified in Diagnostic Radiology - BLS, ACLS – DEA Fellowship in Breast Imaging – Preferred not required MQSA required Medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in the state of New Mexico

Compensation

This position is paid on a shift basis, $4,400/shift.

Salary range is completely dependent on number of shifts worked: $150,000 – $300,000.

Final determinations may vary based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, geographic location etc. For More information or to apply: For inquiries about this position, please contact Jessica Williams at Jessica.williams@radpartners.com or 405-286-3497 RADIOLOGY PARTNERS OVERVIEW Radiology Partners, through its affiliated practices, is a leading radiology practice in the U.S., serving hospitals and other healthcare facilities across the nation.

As a physician-led and physician-owned practice, we advance our bold mission by innovating across clinical value, technology, service, and economics, while elevating the role of radiology and radiologists in healthcare.

Using a proven healthcare services model, Radiology Partners provides consistent, high-quality care to patients, while delivering enhanced value to the hospitals, clinics, imaging centers and referring physicians we serve. Radiology Partners is an equal opportunity employer.

RP is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone has equal access and equitable resources to reach their full potential. We are united by our Mission to Transform Radiology and in turn have an important impact on the patients we serve and the healthcare system overall.

We hold that diversity is a key source of strength from which we will build a practice culture that is inclusive for all. Our goal is to empower and engage the voice of every teammate to promote awareness, compassion and a healthy respect for differences. Radiology Partners participates in E-verify.

Beware of Fraudulent Messages: Radiology Partners will never request payment, banking, financial or personal information such as a driver’s license in exchange for interviews or as part of the hiring process. Additionally, we will not send checks for deposit into your bank account at any stage of recruitment.

All communication during the interview and hiring process should come from an email address ending in “@radpartners.com.” If you suspect you are receiving a fraudulent job offer or solicitation from Radiology Partners or one of our local practices, please notify our Recruiting Team at recruiting@radpartners.com.

RADIOLOGY PARTNERS OVERVIEW Radiology Partners, through its owned and affiliated practices, is a leading radiology practice in the U.S., serving hospitals and other healthcare facilities across the nation.

As a physician-led and physician-owned practice, we advance our bold mission by innovating across clinical value, technology, service and economics, while elevating the role of radiology and radiologists in healthcare.

Using a proven healthcare services model, Radiology Partners provides consistent, high-quality care to patients, while delivering enhanced value to the hospitals, clinics, imaging centers and referring physicians we serve. Radiology Partners is an equal opportunity employer.

RP is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone has equal access and equitable resources to reach their full potential. We are united by our Mission to Transform Radiology and in turn have an important impact on the patients we serve and the healthcare system overall.

We hold that diversity is a key source of strength from which we will build a practice culture that is inclusive for all. Our goal is to empower and engage the voice of every teammate to promote awareness, compassion, and a healthy respect for differences. Radiology Partners participates in E-verify.

Radiology Partners provides radiologists and support teammates with an inclusive and supportive workplace culture that promotes success and helps drive the excellent service we provide to our patients, referring physicians, clients and communities.

We are Great Place to Work-Certified™ and believe in a community of belonging where all teammates have a voice at the table. Our shared mission, values and principles are foundational to everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

The radiologist will perform 100% breast imaging and procedures at Lovelace Women’s Hospital, with the option for some general diagnostic work. The role involves covering vacation shifts for full-time staff on a weeklong, Monday-Friday schedule.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed an accredited US Diagnostic Radiology residency and fellowship in breast imaging, and be board certified by the ABR or AOBR. A valid medical license in New Mexico and MQSA certification are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)ACLS (preferred)DEA License (preferred)Board Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Breast proceduresGeneral diagnostic radiologyMQSA compliance

Radiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 68% have no call, 44% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$225k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $244k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiology Partners ranks #6 of 15 employers hiring contract/1099 Radiologist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 131 active listings.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Breast Radiologist - Independent Contractor - Albuquerque, NM at Radiology Partners a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Radiology — ranked against 740 active Radiology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, flexible scheduling.

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401k / retirement match
79%
Sign-on bonus
66%
CME allowance
52% this job
Relocation assistance
34%
Loan repayment
21%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Radiology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 740 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Living in Albuquerque

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$340k≈ 2.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,455/mo≈ 12% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Albuquerque, NM metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Malpractice Insurance Coverage
CME Reimbursement
Healthcare Reimbursement
Travel Stipend
Flexible Scheduling
Partnership Track