Radiology Practitioner Assistant/Registered Radiologist Assistant - Radiology

Job Details: Job Location: University (LLC)

• Champaign, IL, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4-Year Degree, Salary Range: $114807.80 - $155328.00Salary, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Job Category: Advanced Practice Provider, 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:

• 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