Purpose of Position
Provides primary Radiology Health Care under the direct supervision and oversight of the attending radiologist.

Description

1. Engages primarily in fluoroscopic guided Upper GI series, Hysterosalpingography, ERCP, LPs, Myelography, VCUG, Barium swallows.
2. Performs fluoroscopically guided arthrograms and joint injections.
3. Performs ultrasound and CT guided paracentesis and thoracentesis.
4. May assist in the performance of non-endovascular imaging and guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including but not limited to drainages, biopsies, thoracentesis, paracentesis, lumbar puncture and myelography.
5. Exercises autonomy in decision making with regards to patient assessment, patient management and in providing a broad range of radiology diagnostic and interventional services.
6. Assesses and evaluates the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patient.
7. Administers intravenous medications or contrast media, under the supervision of a certified radiologist.
8. Performs fluoroscopic procedures, both dynamic and static.
9. Performs specialized imaging procedures under the supervision of a certified radiologist.
10. Protocols CT examinations.
11. Scribes preliminary reports on all imaging modalities to be reviewed and finalized by an attending radiologist.
12. Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CBRPA program or ARRT program
• Registered / licensed as a Radiology Physician Extender in the State of Massachusetts
• In good standing and active registration with CBRPA or ARRT.