APRN or Physician Assistant, Interventional Radiology

Midstate Radiology Associates, LLC; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 74,183 - 124,727; Full time

Job summary

Midstate Radiology Associates, LLC seeks a Full Time Interventional Radiology APRN or PA in Meriden, CT. The role involves coordinating procedure‑related clinical operations, preparing cases, and triaging queries under radiologist supervision.

The position requires ARPN/PA licensure in CT, with responsibilities spanning fluoroscopy, US, and CT as skilled, and includes cross-site duties between MidState Medical Center and regional hospitals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field mandatory.
• Master’s degree required for APRN/PA roles.
• CT RN license must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• APRN or PA license in CT with applicable certifications.
• ACNP/AG‑ACNP certification preferred.
• CPR certification and DEA registration required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to interventional radiology patients and interprets information for patient care.
• Assesses health status in ambulatory settings and reviews medical history.
• Develops and implements individualized case and patient management plans with physicians.
• Ensures communication between patients and physicians between visits.
• Interprets lab tests and imaging results; may prescribe medications and initiate treatment.
• Prepares progress notes, history and physicals, and consult letters.
• Coordinates pre‑procedural instructions and patient scheduling.
• Collaborates with referring offices and provides clinical direction to staff.
• Triages outpatient calls and determines care plans.
• Performs procedural duties including suturing, vascular access, and catheter placements.
• Maintains safety and participates in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

English communication

Patient communication

Clinical assessment

Adaptable

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field

Master’s degree

CT RN license

APRN in Connecticut

ACNP or AG‑ACNP certification

Physician Assistant license

CPR certification

DEA registration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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APRN or Physician Assistant, Interventional Radiology

Full Time Regular Meriden - Midstate Medical Center, Meriden, CT, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1957

Salary Range: $53.85 To $90.54 Hourly

Join Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) as a Full Time, 1st Shift, Interventional Radiology APRN or PA. This position involves working 2 days at Central Region (MidState Medical Center and Hospital of Central Connecticut) and 2 days at East Region (Backus Hospital and Windham Hospital).

Position Schedule: Four 10‑hour shifts (Mon‑Fri) (one randomized day off per week), with opportunity to moonlight.

Compensation: MRA offers competitive starting compensation based on qualifications and experience. The compensation range for this position is between $53.85 and $90.54 per hour.

Position Summary: Advanced Practitioners are a vital part of Midstate Radiology Associate's approach to workflow and patient care. The role of an AP in a hospital setting is to coordinate procedure‑related clinical operations each day and to prepare cases, staff, and patients for upcoming cases. The AP serves as the overall triage person for queries and add‑on cases and works daily under the direct supervision of a diagnostic or interventional radiologist. The AP performs cases independently in fluoroscopy, US, and CT, as appropriate by skill level and works closely with the IR MD, “scrubbed together.” The AP works with radiology nursing and clinical staff to update and oversee the preparation of the procedure whiteboard each day and upcoming day.

Key Accountabilities

• Provides direct care to patients, demonstrating knowledge of the interventional radiology patient population and procedures with the ability to collect and interpret information that meets patient needs.
• Assesses health status of patients in ambulatory settings, through physical examinations and review of medical history.
• Participates in the design and implementation of individualized case and patient management plans in collaboration with staff physicians.
• Oversees maintenance of communication between patients and physicians between visits.
• Initiates and interprets laboratory, x‑rays and other diagnostic tests and results as necessary and appropriate.
• Evaluates medical information obtained from performing physical examinations and testing. Prescribes medication and independently initiates treatment.
• Prepares and dictates patient progress notes, history and physicals as well as consult letters to referring physicians and health care providers.
• Coordinates initial and follow‑up health education through teaching and counseling.
• Utilizes teaching and learning principles coupled with an expert clinical knowledge base to promote and provide education to the patient and their family.
• Act as a liaison for patients, families, and health professionals.
• Assists patients and physicians during procedures within the department.
• Ensures pre‑procedural information and instructions are delivered to patients upon scheduling of the procedure.
• Collaborates with referring offices to facilitate care of patients.
• Provides clinical direction to office staff.
• Triage all outpatient problem phone calls and determine plan of care.
• Complete all outpatient pre‑procedural orders and screening per radiology‑specific standards.
• Facilitates patient scheduling as needed.
• Participates in any performance improvement projects within the guidelines established by the physicians of the practice.
• Participates in continuing education and maintains required credentials.
• Assists in the implementation of policies and procedures.
• Diagnoses and treats according to interventional radiology treatment guidelines.
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; reports to supervisor in a timely manner any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.

Procedural Responsibilities

• Suturing
• Vascular access
• Peripherally inserted central catheters
• Central venous port placement, removal, and revision
• Non‑tunneled central venous catheter placement
• Tunneled central venous catheter placement, exchange, and removal
• Biopsies (with US or CT guidance)
• Drainages of abscesses, empyema, seroma
• Chest tube placement
• Tunneled catheters insertions/removals (chest, peritoneal)
• Thoracentesis
• Paracentesis
• Baker cyst aspiration
• Drain check, exchange/removal
• Vein sclerotherapy
• Ambulatory phlebectomy
• Lumbar puncture and myelography
• Joint injection and aspirations

Qualifications Guidelines

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Nursing or related field
• Master’s degree
• CPR certification
• Connecticut RN license, must obtain permanent license within 90 days
• Recognized and licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN) in the State of Connecticut

And:

• Certified by ANCC or AANP as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or (AG‑ACNP)

Or:

• Licensed and credentialed by the Connecticut Board of Physician Assistants
• American Heart Association BLS and ACLS
• Controlled substance registration for practitioner
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration within 6 months of hire
• CPR certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Ability to communicate in a comprehensive, unbiased, and open way with all health team members in the department and across the institution
• Demonstrates knowledge and behaviors related to environmental, employee or patient safety requirements
• Demonstrates advanced assessment, clinical, documentation, and analytical skills
• Ability to adapt to unexpected changes
• Ability to facilitate and lead the change process
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in the face of changing demand
• Knowledge of clinical and operational improvement processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft office software, as well as the ability to learn new software programs
• Proven problem solving and analysis skills
• Active member in pertinent professional organizations

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Physical activity might include walking, kneeling, bending, prolonged periods of standing and sitting
• Physical demands may also include lifting and carrying equipment up to 20 lbs, or providing physical assistance to patients (lifting and moving)
• Other physical requirements include speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes; vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc.; good manual dexterity

Our team at Midstate Radiology Associates benefits from a diverse workforce and we welcome anyone to apply:

Midstate Radiology Associates is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

To learn more about Midstate Radiology Associates, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, please visit our website: www.MidstateRadiology.com

Weekly Schedule: Four 10‑hour shifts (Mon‑Fri) (one randomized day off per week)

Weekly Hours: 40