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Job Title: Radiology Specialist Assistant
RADIOLOGY SPECIALIST ASSISTANT
Interventional Radiology
100 Mile Radius Rule
Shift: 8am-4:30pm
The Radiology Specialist Assistant provides patient care services in accordance with approved delineation of privileges under the supervision of a physician. This role delivers age-appropriate care across the lifespan and supports the continuum of care through clinical expertise, patient assessment, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide medical services to patients within scope of practice and assigned privileges
Perform patient assessments using age-specific growth and development principles
Deliver safe, high-quality, and compassionate care
Assist supervising physician with radiologic procedures and patient management
Maintain patient flow and organize clinical workload effectively
Provide guidance and direction to clinical staff involved in patient care
Respond appropriately to emergency situations
Ensure compliance with Medical Staff Bylaws, hospital policies, and regulatory standards
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information (PHI)
Perform fluoroscopic procedures, including barium studies (e.g., upper GI series, small bowel follow-through, and enemas).
Perform joint injections under fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance.
Conduct paracentesis and thoracentesis procedures, including patient preparation, imaging guidance, and post-procedure monitoring.
Place abscess drains using ultrasound or CT guidance, ensuring sterile technique and accurate positioning.
Perform bone marrow biopsies, including site preparation and specimen collection.
Perform biopsies with ultrasound and CT guidance for various tissues and organs, adhering to protocols for minimizing complications.
Perform ultrasound-guided and stereotactic breast biopsies as well as marker clip placement.
Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, and technologists to prepare procedure rooms, manage equipment, and maintain inventory of supplies.
Document procedures accurately, including procedural notes, imaging findings, and patient outcomes.
Educate patients on procedures, obtain informed consent, and provide pre- and post-procedure instructions.
Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, radiation protection standards, and infection control guidelines.
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an approved course of study acceptable to the New York State Education Department
Bachelor's degree required Radiologic Technology or a related field; certification as a Radiologist Assistant (RA) or Physician Assistant (PA) with radiology focus preferred.
Certifications:
Current ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification in Radiography; additional certifications in CT, Ultrasound, or Interventional Radiology (e.g., RRA - Registered Radiologist Assistant) are highly desirable.
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required; ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) preferred.
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RADIOLOGY SPECIALIST ASSISTANT
Interventional Radiology
100 Mile Radius Rule
Shift: 8am-4:30pm
The Radiology Specialist Assistant provides patient care services in accordance with approved delineation of privileges under the supervision of a physician. This role delivers age-appropriate care across the lifespan and supports the continuum of care through clinical expertise, patient assessment, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide medical services to patients within scope of practice and assigned privileges
Perform patient assessments using age-specific growth and development principles
Deliver safe, high-quality, and compassionate care
Assist supervising physician with radiologic procedures and patient management
Maintain patient flow and organize clinical workload effectively
Provide guidance and direction to clinical staff involved in patient care
Respond appropriately to emergency situations
Ensure compliance with Medical Staff Bylaws, hospital policies, and regulatory standards
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information (PHI)
Perform fluoroscopic procedures, including barium studies (e.g., upper GI series, small bowel follow-through, and enemas).
Perform joint injections under fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance.
Conduct paracentesis and thoracentesis procedures, including patient preparation, imaging guidance, and post-procedure monitoring.
Place abscess drains using ultrasound or CT guidance, ensuring sterile technique and accurate positioning.
Perform bone marrow biopsies, including site preparation and specimen collection.
Perform biopsies with ultrasound and CT guidance for various tissues and organs, adhering to protocols for minimizing complications.
Perform ultrasound-guided and stereotactic breast biopsies as well as marker clip placement.
Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, and technologists to prepare procedure rooms, manage equipment, and maintain inventory of supplies.
Document procedures accurately, including procedural notes, imaging findings, and patient outcomes.
Educate patients on procedures, obtain informed consent, and provide pre- and post-procedure instructions.
Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, radiation protection standards, and infection control guidelines.
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an approved course of study acceptable to the New York State Education Department
Bachelor's degree required Radiologic Technology or a related field; certification as a Radiologist Assistant (RA) or Physician Assistant (PA) with radiology focus preferred.
Certifications:
Current ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification in Radiography; additional certifications in CT, Ultrasound, or Interventional Radiology (e.g., RRA - Registered Radiologist Assistant) are highly desirable.
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required; ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) preferred.
#DIAPCT1
#ZRHC
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