Radiology Practitioner Assistant/Registered Radiologist Assistant - Radiology

Christie Clinic; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Medical Insurance

Relocation expense reimbursement

Continuing education reimbursement

Malpractice/Professional Liability

Job summary

Christie Clinic's Radiology Department seeks a full-time Radiology Practitioner Assistant or Registered Radiologist Assistant in Champaign, IL. 8:00am–5:00pm schedule, sign-on bonus available, and duties include imaging procedures, image evaluation, and patient care under physician supervision.

Required: Bachelor’s in a health care field, RPA/RRA or ARRT certification, Illinois licensure; Master’s preferred. CEU maintenance and ACLS/CPR are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health care related field is required.
• Certification by Board of Radiology Practitioners Assistants and/or ARRT (RRA/RPA).
• Master’s degree is preferred; CPR/ACLS certification required.
• Illinois state licensure and ongoing CEU requirements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the day’s procedure schedule with the supervising physician.
• Perform radiologic procedures under supervision and guidance.
• Review and discuss images, prepare technical reports.
• Assist in patient management and tumor board participation.
• Maintain continuing education and adhere to ethics and standards.

Skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Procedural planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a health care related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

CPR/ACLS Certification

Illinois State Licensure

Board/ARRT certification (RRA/RPA)

Job description

# Radiology Practitioner Assistant/Registered Radiologist Assistant - RadiologyHot JobUniversity (LLC) - Champaign, IL 61820## OverviewSalary Range$114,807.80 - $155,328.00 SalaryPosition TypeFull TimeJob Shift1st ShiftEducation Level4-Year DegreeCategoryAdvanced Practice Provider## General Summary of DutiesChristie Clinic's Department of Radiology is seeking a full-time Radiology Practitioner Assistant or Registered Radiologist Assistant **(Sign-On Bonus Available)** at the University clinic from 8:00am-5:00pm.Duties include performing radiological procedures, evaluating medical images and preliminary notes with the supervising physician, and participating in the management and care of patients. A Bachelor's Degree in a health care related field and Certification from The Board of Radiology Practitioners Assistants and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (RRA) are required, a master's degree is preferred.## Job Qualifications and Expectations**JOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.)*** The RPA/RRA will evaluate the day’s schedule of procedures with the supervising physician and determine where his/her skills will be best utilized.* The RPA/RRA, after demonstrating competency and under the guidance, supervision and discretion of the supervising physician, will perform procedures including, but not limited to the following:• Fluoroscopic procedures (static and dynamic)• Ultrasound, Computed Tomography, Fluoroscopic, Stereotactic, or Fine needle guided biopsies• Ultrasound, Computed Tomography or Fluoroscopic drainages and drainage catheter placements• Arthrograms• Lumbar Punctures/Myelograms• Venous Access Procedures:* PICC line placement* Venograms* Fistulagrams* Evaluate medical images, review preliminary notes and images with a supervising physician, and prepare technical reports that will be reviewed and signed off by the supervising physician.* Participate in patient management, including prescriptive powers for acquisition of additional imaging procedures and record documentation in medical records co-signed immediately by the supervising radiologist.* Administer and/or order intravenous medications and contrast media, under the supervision of a physician.* Assist in the pre and post procedural evaluation of the patients.* Participate in bimonthly Tumor Board cases.* Maintain current levels of education in emerging techniques, procedures and therapies by obtaining a minimum of 50 hours of continuing education biannually as required by CBRPA or ARRT and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.* Maintain values congruent with the Code of Ethics, as well as adhering to national, institutional and/or departmental standards, policies, and procedures regarding the standards of care for patients.* Perform related work as required.**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Bachelor’s Degree in a health care related field* Certification Board of Radiology Practioners Assistants and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (RRA).* Evidence of annual completion of health related courses and/or seminars with a certificate and/or CEU**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Master’s Degree**CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:*** Illinois State Licensure* CPR/ACLS Certification**TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 75 pounds. Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required.**TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:**Work is performed in a clinical setting and requires frequent exposure to sharp objects, communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Requirements may include working irregular hours.**PAY AND BENEFITS:**The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria.We also offer a substantial benefits package, including:| | || --- | --- || · Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday) | · Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account || · 401k Plan | · Medical Flexible Spending Account || · Health Insurance | · Identity Theft Protection || · Dental Insurance | · Malpractice/Professional Liability Coverage || · Vision Insurance | · Continuing education reimbursement || · Group Term Life Insurance | · Relocation expense reimbursement || · Long Term Disability | · Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance |