Radiologist Assistant (RA)

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Assistant to perform imaging procedures and support fluoroscopy-based pediatric imaging. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessment, documentation, and collaboration with the Radiology team.

The candidate will participate in education and quality-improvement initiatives, mentor peers, and help enhance pediatric diagnostic services. Day shift, full-time schedule in Cincinnati, OH.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• ARRT registration and state licensure as Radiology Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose by collecting and documenting comprehensive data.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to improve care and outcomes.
• Provide leadership and mentorship within the radiography team.
• Support training of fellows and residents.
• Coordinate fluoroscopy procedures and patient care during imaging.

Education

Bachelor's degree

5+ years experience

Tools

ARRT Registration

ODH Licensure

Radiology Assistant Certification

Job description

Salary range: $125K - $175K

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assessment and Diagnosis - Collects and documents comprehensive data in a systematic and ongoing process pertinent to the patient's health or situation, involving the patient, family, caregiver when appropriate. Performs age-appropriate and condition-specific diagnostic procedures.
• Professional Performance - Participates in quality improvement activities or research to improve the care delivery process and patient care outcomes. Uses and communicates results to initiate change in practice. Uses creativity, new knowledge, and innovation to improve care. Takes action to achieve goals identified during performance appraisal and peer review, resulting in changes in practice and role performance. Participates in lifelong learning that improves skills and competence in clinical practice/role performance. Serves as preceptor, role model, or mentor. Contributes to the professional development of peers/colleagues to improve pediatric health care and to foster the profession's growth. Integrates ethical considerations and research findings into practice. Provides leadership by participating on committees or in professional organizations, or writing/publishing/presenting. Advocates for the pediatric patient, family and/or caregiver. Serves as a leader, influencing both healthcare practice and policy.
• Evaluation - Uses a systematic, ongoing evaluation of the assessment data and outcomes to revise or resolve the outcomes, the diagnostic procedure, and the implementation as needed. Includes the patient, family, caregiver and other healthcare providers. Bases the evaluation process on knowledge, practice, research, and documents appropriately. Utilizes the results of the evaluation to determine the impact on the patient/family/caregiver, organization, and system to make/recommend process or structural changes including policy, procedure, or protocols as appropriate.
• Care Management, Education, and Treatment - Participates in all phases of fluoroscopy used in patient care including collecting history, determining appropriateness and protocoling exams and performing diagnostic testing. Promotes self-management and family centered care. Employs diverse and complex strategies, interventions, and teaching to promote health and a safe environment. Participates in care management to achieve optimal quality, cost-effective care. Documents and communicates with healthcare team members to achieve an integrated delivery of pediatric diagnostic services. Delegates appropriate monitoring, assessment, and interventions according to the patient and scope of practice of the caregiver. Provides consultation to influence the identified fluoroscopic exams, to enhance the abilities of others to provide health care, and to effect change in the healthcare system. Makes appropriate referrals and discusses recommendations with patient, family, caregiver. Performs appropriate procedures that are based on current knowledge, research, and practice.
• Outcomes Identification and Planning - Develops, prioritizes, evaluates, and modifies the daily division exam schedule. Addresses each procedure, as appropriate. Derives protocol for exams, that involve the patient, family, caregiver when possible and are realistic to the patient, family, caregiver capabilities and resources. Considers risks and benefits, appropriateness, current scientific evidence/clinical guidelines, and clinical expertise. Incorporates new knowledge and strategies to initiate change in practice if desired outcomes not achieved.
• To participate in the diagnostic imaging care of patients including but not limited to inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department patients, performing imaging procedures within the scope of training and license. To facilitate communication between Radiology and ordering Clinicians, providing improved outcomes for patients. To assist in training of fellows and residents.

JOB QUALIFICATION

• 5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• AART Registration; ODH Licensure; Certification as registered Radiology Assistant from the ARRT
• Bachelor's degree in a related field

Primary LocationBurnet Campus

ScheduleFull timeShiftDay (United States of America)DepartmentRadiographyEmployee StatusRegularFTE1Weekly Hours40*Expected Starting Pay Range*Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status$112,590.40 - $146,369.60

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's. Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children’s Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025), America's Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation'sAmerica's Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation-Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future-for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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