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Radiology Specialist Assistant – Interventional Radiology Location: Watertown, NY 13601 Job Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: 5x8-Hour Days (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) Hours per Week: 40 Hours Guaranteed Hours: Dependent on facility requirements Work Setting: Interventional Radiology 100 Mile Radius Rule Applies Job Summary The Radiology Specialist Assistant provides patient care services under the supervision of a physician and in accordance with approved clinical privileges. This role supports interventional radiology procedures, performs patient assessments, and collaborates with the healthcare team to deliver safe and effective patient care across all age groups. Key Responsibilities Provide patient care services within the assigned scope of practice under physician supervision Perform patient assessments using age-specific growth and development principles Deliver safe, high-quality, and compassionate care to patients Assist supervising physicians with radiologic procedures and patient management Maintain patient flow and organize clinical workload efficiently Provide guidance and direction to clinical staff involved in patient care Respond appropriately to emergency situations Ensure compliance with hospital policies, medical staff bylaws, and regulatory standards Maintain confidentiality of patient information and protected health information (PHI) Perform fluoroscopic procedures including barium studies such as upper GI series, small bowel follow-through, and enemas Perform joint injections under fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance Conduct paracentesis and thoracentesis procedures including patient preparation, imaging guidance, and monitoring Place abscess drains using ultrasound or CT guidance while maintaining sterile technique Perform bone marrow biopsies including site preparation and specimen collection Perform ultrasound-guided and CT-guided biopsies for various tissues and organs Perform ultrasound-guided and stereotactic breast biopsies including marker clip placement Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, and technologists to prepare procedure rooms and manage equipment and supplies Document procedures accurately including notes, imaging findings, and patient outcomes Educate patients about procedures, obtain informed consent, and provide pre- and post-procedure instructions Follow all radiation safety protocols and infection control guidelines Qualifications Education Graduate of an approved course of study acceptable to the New York State Education Department Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field required Certification as a Radiologist Assistant (RA) or Physician Assistant (PA) with radiology focus preferred Certifications Current ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification in Radiography required Additional certifications in CT, Ultrasound, or Interventional Radiology such as RRA are highly desirable BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) preferred License Must meet New York State licensing requirements applicable to the role.