Night-float call system boosts interventional radiologist well-being over traditional call

In a single-center survey of 10 IR attendings, a night-float call system increased sleep (6 vs 5.5 hrs), was preferred by 60%, and reduced wRVUs per FTE by 6% compared to traditional 24-hour call.

• Under the new model, attendings reported more time for research, teaching, administration, and personal matters.
• Perceived patient safety and quality of care were considered superior or equivalent to the old system.
• The 6% decrease in work RVUs per full-time equivalent is considered an important allocation of time for optimal overnight coverage.

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