Physician Assistant ARNP - Radiology
Physician Assistant ARNP - Radiology
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Job Description
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Radiology is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Physician Assistant / Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner to join our team in a fulltime capacity. This role will support various divisions within Radiology including Interventional Radiology Ultrasound Fluoroscopy and Musculoskeletal. Under the guidance and supervision of the attending physician the PA/ARNP will provide direct patient care in a clinical and procedural setting demonstrating autonomy in medical decisionmaking to ensure the delivery of highquality care and positive patient outcomes. Additionally the PA/ARNP will contribute to the education of healthcare students residents and fellows during their rotations.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
The PA after demonstrating competency and under the guidance supervision and discretion of the
- Direct pre procedural preparation and postprocedural care of patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional examinations; diagnostic examinations including fluoroscopy ultrasound computed tomography nuclear medicine mammography PET/CT and magnetic resonance imaging
- Perform and interpret fluoroscopic (static and dynamic) ultrasound and CT guided procedures and examinations
- Obtain procedural consent perform or assist in procedures and responsible for charting and dictation
- Assess the health status of patients through history taking and physical examination. Order and interpret appropriate medical tests and laboratory values to assist in making a diagnosis. Refer and admit patients as indicated by patients medical state. Prescribe and medical devices used for patient intervention. Evaluate treat and institute procedures essential to providing an appropriate response to emergency medical problems
- Maintain awareness of health facilities agencies and resources to facilitate the appropriate referral of patients
- Direct other medical personnel and health professionals in the of patient care
- Perform duties appropriate to a physicians practice
- Competency in the principles of practicebased learning and improvement by participation in departmental QA/QI initiatives.
- Participate in educating fellows residents and medical students of various programs
- Evaluate radiographic medical images review preliminary reports and images
- Prepare technical reports that will be reviewed and signed off by the supervising physician
- Assist with and participate in clinical research and/or trials
- May set up the research design coordinate the research and tabulate and analyze the results
- Participate in committees within the division department College of Medicine and University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
- Maintain effective working relationships with faculty staff students and the public
Supervision received:
Supervision is received by a physician certified by the Board of Medical Examiners.
Supervision exercised:
Functional and administrative supervision may be exercised over support staff and students.
When supervision is exercised over a resident or fellow the identity of the attending faculty must be readily available to each trainee with direct supervision defined as physically available within the hospitals parameters. There must be a structured chain of responsibility and accountability as it relates to supervision of patient care and must be communicated to the trainee.
Percent of Time: 100
Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00 5:00pm may require weekend and night call coverage responsibilities as indicated
Pay Grade: 7A
Pay Structure A: Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Education Required
Must comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistant Examiners which include graduation from an accredited PA educational Program
Required Qualifications
- Certification by the NCCPA
- One to three years of relevant working experience
- Previous experience with computer order entry use of order sets and protocols
- Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Sterile technique and infection prevention experience
- Strong clinical skills
- BLS certification
- History of building interdepartmental relationships and exceptional teamwork.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time for procedures.
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
Desirable Qualifications
- Previous experience in radiology
- Previous procedural experience
- Previous experience working in an academic medical center
- Understanding of safe work practices in the radiology area
- Active Iowa Board of Pharmacy Certificate of Registration for Iowa Controlled Substances Act is desired
- Active Controlled Substance Registration Certificate through the Department of Justice (DEA) is desired
- ACLS certification
- PALS certification
Application Process: In order to be considered applicants must upload Resume and Cover Letter(under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to selfdisclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
For additional questions or concerns please reach out to GregoryLehmann at
Employment Type
Full Time
