Radiologist Assistant

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Radiologist Assistant responsible for evaluating patient examinations, performing diagnostic procedures, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. The role requires strong communication and leadership skills, along with relevant certifications and experience. Join a team dedicated to enhancing patient care and participating in research initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance

Child care and student loan subsidies

Generous time off

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Pension

Tuition reimbursement

License and Certification reimbursement

Cell phone discounts

Discounted T-pass rates

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Certification by the ARRT as a Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A).
• BLS and ACLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patient examinations and obtaining consent.
• Performing interventional and diagnostic procedures.
• Documenting cases and communicating with clinicians.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Sign-on Bonus

Up to $15K for qualified new hires.

Role Overview: Radiologist Assistant

The Radiologist Assistant is responsible for:

1. Evaluating the appropriateness of patient examinations, contraindications, lab data, explaining procedures, and obtaining consent.
2. Collaborating with referring physicians and nurse coordinators to gather patient history, review imaging with radiologists, and facilitate procedures.
3. Performing interventional and diagnostic procedures within their competency and as delegated by supervising physicians, following Radiology Assistant protocols and ARRT role delineation.
4. Making initial observations and documenting methods.
5. Communicating findings to radiologists or nuclear medicine physicians for official interpretation.
6. Documenting cases and communicating with involved clinicians before, during, and after exams or procedures.
7. Collaborating with colleagues to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical practice guidelines.
8. Assisting medical students, residents, and fellows during rotations.
9. Teaching healthcare professionals about patient management in Radiology.
10. Providing leadership within the division to resolve problems and enhance patient care.
11. Participating in research and quality improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (for those who began R.R.A. certification before January 1, 2023) or Master's Degree.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Certification by the ARRT as a Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A).
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Massachusetts Radiologist Assistant License.

Benefits

Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision, and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition reimbursement, License and Certification reimbursement, cell phone discounts, and discounted T-pass rates. Join us to experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

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