Registered Radiologist Assistant (Radiologic Specialist Assistant) – Full-Time - Days

NewYork-Presbyterian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 157,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA) for a full-time day shift. The RRA assesses imaging appropriateness, protocols, and indications, explains risks to patients, and gathers history with referring physicians.

It also assists with procedures and communicates preliminary findings to radiologists for official interpretation. The role includes supervising learners, teaching colleagues, and engaging in research/quality improvement within the division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree.
• ARRT R.R.A certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Specialist Assistant License from the NYS Department of Education within 6 months of certification date. Must work only in a trainee capacity until licensed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate appropriateness of imaging examinations, including protocoling, indications, contraindications, lab data, risks and benefits, and obtain informed consent.
• Review imaging and facilitate the appropriate procedures as needed.
• Communicate preliminary findings to the radiologist for official interpretation; assist medical staff and rotate with students/residents/fellows.
• Participate in research/quality improvement efforts and provide leadership within the division.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree

Job description

Location

New York, New York

Shift

Day Flex (United States of America)

Registered Radiologist Assistant (Radiologic Specialist Assistant) – Full-Time - Days

The Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA) is responsible for evaluating appropriateness of patient imaging examination including protocoling, indications and contraindications, lab data, explaining risks and benefits of procedures and obtaining informed consent, working with referring physician offices to gather relevant history, reviewing imaging and facilitating the appropriate procedures as needed. The RRA will perform interventional and diagnostic procedures consistent with competency and complexity as delegated by the supervising physician and as outlined in the Registered Radiologist Assistant protocols. Communicate preliminary findings to the radiologist for official interpretation. The RRA is responsible for case documentation and communication to involved referring physicians pre and post exam/procedure.

As applicable, the RRA will assist medical students, residents and fellows rotating through the department, teach other health care professionals about the management of patients in Radiology, and provide leadership in the assigned Division’s practice to resolve problems and improve patient care. The RRA will also participate in research/quality improvement efforts in the assigned Division.

This is a full-time, day shift position working 4 days per week 8a-6p with remote flexibility.

Required Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree
• Certification by the Certification Board of Radiologist Assistants (ARRT R.R.A) within 6 month of hire date.
• Specialist Assistant License from the NYS Department of Education within 6 months of certification date. Must work only in a trainee capacity until licensed.

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range

$157,000-$193,000/Annual

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