Interventional Radiology Work-Life Balance: What Doctors Actually Say

Real insights from 66 Interventional Radiology physician reports about work-life balance, career satisfaction, and daily reality.

Physician-Reported Data
3.9/5
Avg Satisfaction
90%
Would Choose Again
66
Physician Responses
54
Avg Hours/Week

📋 Key Takeaways: Interventional Radiology Lifestyle at a Glance

  • •Career Satisfaction: Interventional Radiology physicians report 3.9/5 average satisfaction, with 90% saying they would choose the specialty again.
  • •Work Hours: The average Interventional Radiology physician works 54 hours per week.
  • •Experience Level: Insights based on physicians with an average of 8 years of experience.
  • •Data Source: Based on 66 approved, anonymous physician reports on SalaryDr.

💚What Do Interventional Radiology Physicians Love About Their Job?

  • Procedural Work33%
  • Variety & Diversity33%
  • Impact & Purpose33%
  • Lifestyle17%

Share of 6 written answers that mention each theme.

⚖️Is Interventional Radiology a Good Work-Life Balance Specialty?

Interventional Radiology physicians rate their career satisfaction 3.9/5 and report working 54 hours a week on average. 90% would choose the specialty again.

  • Family Time43%
  • Call Impact43%
  • Good Work-Life Balance14%
  • Poor Work-Life Balance14%

Share of 7 written answers that mention each theme.

🔧What Are the Biggest Challenges in Interventional Radiology?

  • Call Burden33%

Share of 6 written answers that mention each theme.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Interventional Radiology Lifestyle

Is Interventional Radiology a good work-life balance specialty?

Based on 66 physician responses, Interventional Radiology has a 3.9/5 average career satisfaction rating. 90% of Interventional Radiology physicians say they would choose the specialty again. The average Interventional Radiology physician works 54 hours per week.

What do Interventional Radiology physicians love about their job?

Across 6 written answers from Interventional Radiology physicians, the positive themes mentioned most are procedural work (33%), variety & diversity (33%), impact & purpose (33%), lifestyle (17%).

How many hours do Interventional Radiology physicians work per week?

Based on SalaryDr data, Interventional Radiology physicians work an average of 54 hours per week. Hours vary by practice setting, location, and career stage.

What are the biggest challenges in Interventional Radiology?

Across 6 written answers from Interventional Radiology physicians, the challenges mentioned most are call burden (33%).

Would Interventional Radiology physicians choose their specialty again?

90% of Interventional Radiology physicians surveyed say they would choose Interventional Radiology again if starting their career over. This is based on 66 anonymous physician responses collected by SalaryDr.

About This Data

This analysis is based on 66 approved, anonymous physician reports on SalaryDr. All data comes from practicing Interventional Radiology physicians across the United States. Respondents have an average of 8 years of experience. Data is collected through our anonymous salary and lifestyle submission form, moderated before it is published, and updated continuously. Learn more about our methodology.

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