Summary

Provides coverage to the Imaging Department as an advanced level Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA) who enhances patient care by extending the capacity of the Supervising Radiologist or other physician with equivalent experience or training. The role falls between the traditional roles of the Radiologist and Radiographer.

Duties

• Duties include but are not limited to the following: Receives and interprets requests or instructions for procedures
• Reviews pre-procedure work-up and when necessary - conducts the imaging exam - ensuring adherence to radiation safety techniques
• Determines technical factors - sets controls and operates equipment with the capability of conduction imaging procedures such as fluoroscopic exams and invasive procedures
• Performs image analysis and guidance to ensure successful needle placement via supporting modalities
• Assists radiologist and/or nursing with monitoring and administering IV therapy
• Assists radiologist with sedation medications - vital signs - ECG monitoring of patients receiving moderate sedation
• Observes and assesses patients who have received moderate sedation
• Capable of performing and documenting radiology focused physical examination with analysis of data and report findings to supervising radiologist or another physician
• Knowledgeable and proficient in protocolling and advising on radiology orders
• Able to assess lab values and contraindications to procedures
• Writes patient discharge summaries for review and co-signature by radiologist
• Administers contrast and general medications prescribed by the radiologist as defined by local policy
• Confirms patient identity by using two approved patient identifiers
• Properly identifies patient images
• This is essential to prevent mistaken identity of patient images
• Performs time out as required prior to procedure start
• Works with pathology to successfully obtain samples
• Provides special instructions/patient education to follow-up exam
• Adheres to hospital infection control and safety policies
• Practices sterile technique for all invasive procedures
• Follows procedures for the storage of sterile supplies
• the disposal of body fluids and all items classified as sharps - proper attire
• hand washing practices
• and continuing education
• Prepare room - equipment and material needed for patient procedures
• Follow prescribed protocols required to perform procedures
• Provides educational training for technical staff
• Assists with accreditation and compliance
• Consistently communicates with and treats customers in a courteous - tactful - and respectful manner
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday
• 8:00 am to 4:30pm Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 82645F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized