Physician Assistant - Jefferson Radiology (Putnam, CT)

Physician Assistant Position

Jefferson Radiology has a position available for a Physician Assistant to join the Interventional Radiology team, with a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week and the potential for up to 40 hours per week.

Business hours: Four days a week with 10-hour shifts, Wednesday through Friday are mandatory. No weekends or major holidays.

Primary Work Location: Day Kimball Hospital, 320 Pomfret Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Additional locations include Jefferson Radiology Outpatient Center(s), Farmington CT and Glastonbury CT, Connecticut Children's Medical Center, Hartford CT, Manchester Memorial Hospital, Manchester, CT.

Location Rotation: Day Kimball Hospital 3 days a week, and 1 day at an alternative site being Hartford or Manchester Memorial Hospital.

The Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for providing comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic interventional radiology and therapies under the supervision of a Jefferson Radiology physician.

Performs image-guided procedures and assists with a broad range of procedure room responsibilities. Independently performs ultrasound, fluoroscopic, and CT-guided interventions, as well as diagnostic fluoroscopic studies.

Responsibilities include patient management before, during and after diagnostic and therapeutic image-guided procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for coordinating procedure-related clinical operations and preparing cases, staff, and patients for upcoming procedures in a hospital setting.

The role will function to: minimize redundant workflow and communications, serve as the overall triage person for queries and add-on cases, work with radiology nursing and clinical staff to update and oversee preparation of the procedure schedule for all modalities each day and upcoming day, provides high quality, cost-effective primary health care services, with physician supervision, manages hospital and office responsibilities including directing clinical management and education to patients through the completion of physical exams; ordering lab and diagnostic studies; preparing pre-procedure orders and services, including obtaining informed consent, screening for contrast allergies, renal status, medication list, etc.; evaluating medical images; reviewing preliminary reports and images with staff radiologist; dictating final reports for review and signature of supervising staff radiologist; producing daily progress notes; reviewing, updating and ensuring proper maintenance of patient records; managing interventional patients in intensive care units or on medical/surgical floors and in outpatient facilities. Provides follow-up orders for discharge. Performs patient discharge and case coordination in conjunction with nursing staff when appropriate. Networks effectively within hospital and community to meet the needs of the patient population. Acts as a liaison for referring physicians and the Interventional Radiology practice, in support of the Marketing Department. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Desired Professional Skills and Experience: current license and certificate of authority to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Connecticut required, must be a graduate of a Physician Assistant program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc. (NCCPA); BLS AND ACLS certification required; successful completion of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Fluoroscopy Examination within 6 months of hire (Paid for by the practice); controlled substance registration for practitioner; Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.

Jefferson Radiology, established in 1963, is an 80+ physician sub-specialty group practice. The all-digital practice, with enterprise PACS capabilities, interprets close to one million exams a year. Jefferson Radiology has multiple offices and hospital partnerships throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont. Jefferson Radiology offers the full spectrum of diagnostic imaging and interventional services. As leaders in diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology, our fellowship trained physicians and highly trained staff are committed to providing exceptional patient care and responsive service. Our clinical resources, supported by a sophisticated business and technological infrastructure, allow us to provide the highest quality care. In addition to MQSA, ACR and ICAVL accreditation, we are Joint Commission accredited. Life in Connecticut offers a dynamic blend of the active and relaxing, the natural and cultural, the historical and innovative. It's this complementary balance that makes Connecticut such an ideal place to make a great living while also creating a rewarding life. The greater Hartford area of Connecticut offers many urban amenities in a quaint New England setting. Highly ranked primary and secondary educational school systems Abundant parkland The greater Hartford region is an ideal place to live and raise a family. Short driving distance to major destination points such as New York City, Boston, shoreline beaches/coastal areas, and New England ski resorts.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $109,900 - $164,800. Final determinations may vary based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, geographic location etc. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to this range, Radiology Partners offers competitive total rewards packages, which include health & wellness coverage options, 401k benefits, and a broad range of other benefits such as family planning and telehealth (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).