Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA) or Registered Radiology Assistant (RRA) to join our dynamic medical team. We are a busy, sub-specialty, private radiology practice seeking a full time RPA/RRA. We are looking for a dedicated, clinically oriented, RPA/RRA with goals of working long-term with a very progressive and growing radiology group. Work will be with a small group of fellowship-trained radiologists in a hospital setting and outpatient clinic. Progressive, collegial environment. Competitive salary, benefits and CME provided.
Job Description:
- The RPA/RRA will enhance patient care by extending the capacity of the radiologist in the diagnostic imaging environment. Provides primary radiology health care under the supervision (direct and/or personal) and oversight of the attending radiologist.
- Performs routine fluoroscopy examinations and procedures, including contrast media administration, placement of needle or catheter, and operation of imaging equipment, under the immediate available direction of a radiologist.
- Performs specialized imaging procedures under the supervision of a radiologist.
- May assist in the performance of non-endovascular imaging and guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including, but not limited to, drainages, biopsies, lumbar puncture and myelography if needed.
- Exercises autonomy in decision making with regards to patient assessment, patient management and in providing a broad range of radiology diagnostic and interventional services.
- Obtain history and physicals and consents on patients as required.
- Assesses and evaluates the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patient.
- Evaluate images for completeness and diagnostic quality.
- Scribes preliminary draft reports on Fluoroscopy and X-Ray exams to be reviewed and finalized by an attending radiologist.
- Act as a liaison between referring services and Radiologist. Aids in communicating findings to patients and their health care providers.
- Other duties as assigned (including any duties an x-ray technologist can perform)
Minimum Education Requirements:
If RPA:
- Maintain a current BLS-CPR and ACLS certification.
- Graduate from an ACR/ARRT approved RPA program.
- In good standing and active registration with ARRT and/or CBRPA
· Ability to obtain Indiana Radiologic Technologist License
If RA:
- Maintain a current BLS-CPR and ACLS certification.
- Graduate from an ACR/ARRT approved RA program.
- In good standing and active registration with ARRT
· Ability to obtain Indiana Radiologic Technologist License
References:
A letter of reference regarding competence should come from the director or supervising physician of the institution where the applicant recently trained.
Alternatively, a letter of reference regarding competence should come from the director or supervising physician of the institution where the applicant recently practiced.
**If interested, please contact**
Krista Campbell, Practice Manager
Email: pearl1971.kc@gmail.com
Phone: (219) 464-4891 option #1
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Valparaiso, IN 46383 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Valparaiso, IN 46383: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person