NYU Langone Health·Mineola, New York
The Registered Radiologist Assistant is responsible for performing diagnostic radiologic procedures, monitoring patients, and assisting the radiologist with medical histories and risk assessments. They also manage emergency responses, document procedures, and participate in quality improvement and clinical research activities.
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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Registered Radiologist Assistant (ARRT, R.R.A.) / NYU Langone-Long Island/ Mineola location.
In this role, the successful candidate Responsible for medical histories, patient monitoring, and diagnostic tests.
Performs a patient risk assessment geared towards the relevant data needed pertinent to the patients radiologic exam.
Monitors patients under the care of the Supervising Physician during radiologic exams.
Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies (e.g., drug reactions, cardiac arrest, and hypoglycemia) and activates emergency response systems, including notification of the radiologist.
Verifies appropriateness of radiologic diagnostic procedures in accordance with criteria established by the Department of Radiology and the supervising physician and performs certain procedures.
Attends conferences as assigned.
Upper GI; Esophagus; Small Bowel Studies; Barium Enema; Cystogram; T-tube Cholangiogram; Retrograde Urethrogram; Nasoenteric and Oroenteric Feeding Tube Placement; Port Injection; Fistulogram/Sonogram; Loopogram; Swallowing Study.
Performs the following procedures including contrast media administration and needle or catheter placement: Joint Injection and Aspiration; Athrogram (conventional, CT and MR); PICC placement (Level of supervision dependent upon complexity of examination); Paracentesis with appropriate image guidance; Thoracentesis with appropriate image guidance.
Operates a fixed/mobile fluoroscopic unit. Assures documentation of fluoroscopy time. Evaluates images for completeness and diagnostic quality, and recommend additional images as required (general radiography, CT and MR). (Note: Additional images only in the same modality such as additional CT cuts).
Applies to general radiography, CT, and MR). Reviews imaging procedures, makes initial observations and communicates observations only to the radiologist. Records previously communicated initial observation of imaging procedures according to approved protocols.
Communicates radiologist's report to referring physician consistent with ACR Communication Guideline. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.
Performs follow-up patient evaluation and communicate findings to the radiologist. Documents procedure in appropriate record and document exceptions from established protocol or procedure. Writes patient discharge summary for review and co-signature by radiologist. Participates in quality improvement activities within radiology practice (e.g., quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, patient satisfaction). Assists with data collection and review for clinical trials or other research.
Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical role. Maintains current expertise in area of practice.
Maintains annual CME requirement for re-appointment and privileging. Maintains RA board certification.
Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.Participates in conferences and conducts lectures as assigned.
Conferences: Participates in conferences and conducts lectures as assigned. Pursues a planned program of professional growth through continuing education conferences, etc. in order to maintain and upgrade clinical skills.
Pursues a planned program of professional growth through continuing education conferences,Etc., in order to maintain and upgrade clinical skills.
Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for purposes of quality and performance improvement. Uses evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes within the designated service.
Minimum Qualifications: To qualify, you must have a
Graduate of an A.S.R.T approved Registered Radiologist Assistant Program
Current registration by the New York State Department of Education as a Registered Radiologic Assistant (R.R.A.).
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
Workplace discrimination is illegal [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf].
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $96,418.83 - $166,322.49 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Candidates must be graduates of an A.S.R.T. approved Registered Radiologist Assistant program and hold current registration by the New York State Department of Education as an R.R.A. Proficiency in communicating with all levels of the organization is required.
Works collaboratively with nursing and other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within the area of expertise.
Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
Monitors and trends the cost effectiveness of the position, particularly as it relates to the efficiency and performance indicators established for the service. Coordinates implementation of clinical research studies or clinical trials, including patient screening, enrollment and data collection.
Monitors patients under the care of the Supervising Physician during radiologic exams. Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies. (e.g., drug reactions, cardiac arrest) notification of the radiologist.
Able to recognize signs and symptoms of IV contrast reactions. Able to recognize and respond to contrast reactions including and up to cardiovascular collapse. Maintains BLS/CPR, and ACLS certifications.
Able to monthly check full complement of emergency medications and reorder and update them prior to expiration.
Able to recognize and initiate treatment for anaphylaxis.
Aware of backup procedures during an emergency. Reports any adverse reaction to an Attending Radiologist and to the patients referring Physician as required for any reactions that are moderate or severe.
Market context
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