Radiologist Assistant (RA)

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 100,526 - 130,686; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day one

Competitive retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Physical and mental health wellness programs

Relocation assistance for qualified positions

Job summary

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Radiology Assistant for its Burnet Campus. This full-time role involves assessment, diagnosis, patient care, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess certification from AART as well as over 5 years of relevant experience. Competitive benefits include medical coverage from day one and tuition reimbursement for continuing education.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Certification required in Radiology.
• Experience in patient care and imaging procedures.

Responsibilities

• Participates in diagnostic imaging care for various patients.
• Implements and manages fluoroscopy in patient diagnoses.
• Leads quality improvement and training initiatives in Radiology.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient care

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

AART Registration

ODH Licensure

Certification as registered Radiology Assistant from ARRT

Job description

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 are not achieved.

Other duties: 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.

Salary and Benefits

• Annualized salary may vary based on FTE status: $100,526.40–$130,686.40.
• Medical coverage starting day one.
• Competitive retirement plans.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Expansive employee discount programs through community partners.
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions.
• Employee Resource Groups support.
• Physical and mental health wellness programs.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions.

Location & Schedule

Primary location: Burnet Campus. Department: Radiography. Schedule: Full time, Shift day (United States of America). Employee Status: Regular. FTE: 1. Weekly Hours: 40.

EEO Statement

Cincinnati Children’s is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.