Radiology Practitioner Assistant/Registered Radiologist Assistant - Radiology

Christie 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: