Radiologist Assistant 2 (100% on-site)

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 169,202,000 - 197,655,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University seeks a Radiologist Assistant 2 to work under supervision of a radiologist to provide diagnostic support in imaging and assist with research goals. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and researchers in a high‑stakes imaging environment.

The position requires strong communication, extensive knowledge of imaging systems, 3D reformations and post‑processing, and a commitment to safety and quality in clinical research.

Qualifications

• Two year degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) is desired.
• BLS – Basic Life Support certification desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the physician on complex medical imaging procedures, 3D reformations, and post processing procedures.
• Participate in the design, development, implementation and execution of multiple research studies involving medical imaging systems; use product, research software and hardware, and/or computer systems to generate clinical images and data to assist in diagnoses and therapies.
• Operate medical imaging systems to obtain images for use in the research of pathologies and development of clinical imaging procedures; operate computer systems to generate images for use in clinical diagnoses and therapies and in the development of research projects.
• Transfer, position and instruct patients regarding procedures; instruct researchers, technologists, and physicians regarding procedures.
• Provide technical, scientific, and educational consultation to researchers, technologists and physicians.
• Develop and test new products involving medical imaging and/or 3D reformations and post-processing.
• Post-process volumetric digital image data on 3D workstations; produce and track quantitative measurements; ensure the post-processed images are of maximal clinical value.
• Accurately record all procedures performed and maintain necessary paperwork and/or database for scheduling and billing purposes.
• Assist with preparation of interesting cases for publication; participate in the development of standard operating procedures, quality assurance programs, and departmental safety policies and procedures.

Job description

Stanford University is seeking a Radiologist Assistant 2 to work under a limited degree of supervision of a radiologist or physician to provide diagnostic information that assists in diagnoses and therapies. Enhance patient care and research goals by assisting the radiologist in the diagnostic imaging environment. Provide support for the design, development, implementation and execution of research studies.

The Department of Radiology core values are based on professionalism, integrity, personal responsibility, and service. Our culture promotes, recognizes, and values the role of staff as partners in an environment that attracts and fosters the highest quality staff

Duties include*

• Work closely with the physician on complex medical imaging procedures, 3D reformations, and post processing procedures.


• Participate in the design, development, implementation and execution of multiple research studies involving medical imaging systems; use product, research software and hardware, and/or computer systems to generate clinical images and data to assist in diagnoses and therapies.


• Operate medical imaging systems to obtain images for use in the research of pathologies and development of clinical imaging procedures; operate computer systems to generate images for use in clinical diagnoses and therapies and in the development of research projects.


• Transfer, position and instruct patients regarding procedures; instruct researchers, technologists, and physicians regarding procedures.


• Provide technical, scientific, and educational consultation to researchers, technologists and physicians.


• Develop and test new products involving medical imaging and/or 3D reformations and post-processing.


• Post-process volumetric digital image data on 3D workstations; produce and track quantitative measurements; ensure the post-processed images are of maximal clinical value.


• Accurately record all procedures performed and maintain necessary paperwork and/or database for scheduling and billing purposes.


• Assist with preparation of interesting cases for publication; participate in the development of standard operating procedures, quality assurance programs, and departmental safety policies and procedures.

* - Other duties may also be assigned.

Qualifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) is desired.


• BLS – Basic Life Support certification desired.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED)

Two year degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• High degree of judgment and skill.


• Reliable self-starting and self-directed nature, exhibiting initiative and focused work ethic.


• Advanced knowledge in cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, sterile technique, patient relations, medical imaging examination preparation, and medical imaging safety and screening procedures.


• Advanced knowledge and skills in the operation of medical imaging systems, 3D reformations, and post-processing procedures.


• Advanced working knowledge of medical imaging physics, principles, tissue contrast, and applications.


• Advanced knowledge with Unix, Windows, Mac, and/or Linux computer operating systems; experience in MR system operation and troubleshooting system and computer issues.


• Ability to identify images for post-processing and/or artifacts in the images; ability to respond to detailed requests for views and/or images depicting certain anatomy and/or pathology.


• Advanced experience in teaching and instruction of technologists, researchers, and/or physicians.


• Ability to collaborate with other professional colleagues.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

• Must hold one of the following certifications: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), California Registry of Radiologic Technologists, American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT).


• Advanced ARRT registry (e.g. CT, MR, etc.) desired.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*

• No heart implants.


• Requires good fitness/aerobic capacity and visual/auditory acuity including color vision.


• Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.


• Frequently grasp forcefully, operate foot and/or hand controls.


• Occasionally use a telephone, lightly/fine manipulation, lift/carry/push/pull patients or equipment that weigh 11 to >40 pounds.


• Rarely stand/walk, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), twist/bend/stoop/squat, write by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, scrub/sweep/mop/chop/mix.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• 'Medical imaging' in this document includes but is not limited to X-Ray, Nuclear Medicine, CT, PET, and/or Magnetic Resonance. Individuals are exposed to these forms of imaging and associated high magnetic fields and noise at greater than80dB TWA on a regular basis.


• May be exposed to allergens from animal models, patients and human scan subjects.

WORK STANDARDS

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.


• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.


• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu .

The expected pay range for this position is $59.05 to $68.98 per hour.

Compensation outside of the posted range may be considered based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and overall skill set.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

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