Radiologist Practitioner Assistant (RPA)

Upstate Public Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiologist Practitioner Assistant to enhance patient care in Interventional Radiology. This full-time role involves leading patient assessments, adapting exam protocols, and performing fluoroscopic procedures under a Radiologist's supervision. Ideal candidates will be certified RPAs with a strong clinical background in radiography. Join a dynamic team committed to improving diagnostic quality and patient outcomes, and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment that values professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certified as RPA or graduated from a Radiology Practitioner Assistant program.
• At least one year of clinical experience in radiography.

Responsibilities

• Lead role in patient management and assessment for procedures.
• Perform fluoroscopic exams under the supervision of a Radiologist.

Skills

Patient Management

Fluoroscopic Procedures

Diagnostic Imaging

Clinical Judgement

Education

Certification as RPA

ARRT Certification in Radiography

Master's Degree in Radiology

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Job Summary

Radiologist Practitioner Assistants are experienced, registered Radiographers who have additional training and certifications to work as Radiologist Extenders.

Area Of Responsibility Includes

• Lead role in patient management and assessment, determining whether a patient has been appropriately prepared for a procedure, and adapting exam protocols to improve diagnostic quality.
• Make informed decisions about diagnostic and therapeutic interventions based on patient information and preferences, up-to-date scientific evidence, clinical judgement, and ethical principles.
• Performs fluoroscopic exams and procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist.
• Responsible for evaluating image quality, making initial image observations, and forwarding those observations to the supervising Radiologist.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be certified as an RPA by the Certification Board for Radiology Practitioner Assistants or have graduated from a Radiology Practitioner Assistant educational program.
• Be certified and registered with ARRT in Radiography.
• Have at least one year of acceptable clinical experience in radiography.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Radiology.
• 2+ years of experience.
• Pediatric fluoroscopy experience is a plus.

Work Days

40 hours/week; specific hours to be determined. Hospital cross-campus coverage required.

Additional Information

Position title and qualifications rescoped to meet the needs of the position duties. 10/12/23

Position is full-time, opening on Jan 6, 2025, in Syracuse, NY, within Interventional Radiology, under the UUP (State University Professional Services Unit).