Physician Assistant-Certified (Radiology)

CORE FUNCTIONS

Clinical:

• Assist with pre-procedure patient evaluation and preparation including reviewing pertinent labs and imaging, completing H&Ps, consents, and collaborating with staff to expedite patient care
• Complete inpatient rounding, inpatient and outpatient consults in collaboration with interventional radiologists, order pertinent labs, imaging, and follow-up, and document plan in medical record
• Provide follow-up care including follow-up phone calls, answering patient and family questions and concerns, and coordinate care with other providers to optimize patient care

Procedural:


Assist with interventional radiology procedures as directed by IR, including, but not limited to:

• Paracentesis and Thoracentesis under ultrasound guidance
• Placement, exchange, and removal of tunneled and non-tunneled catheters including implanted ports
• Lumbar puncture and myelography under fluoroscopic guidance
• Injection, exchange, and removal of drainage catheters including abscess drains, gastrostomy tubes, nephrostomy tubes, and cholecystostomy tubes
• Percutaneous biopsy including thyroid and superficial lymph node under ultrasound guidance
• Arthrocentesis and joint injection under ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance
• Assist with diagnostic GI/GU fluoroscopy procedures

If you are unfamiliar and/or uncomfortable with these procedures, our team is excited to train you. This is a great opportunity for on-the-job training from a highly talented group of IRs in a fun, supportive, collegial environment.

BENEFITS:

• Seasoned group of radiologists to support you and your career development
• Paid medical benefits
• 401k with high employer contribution
• 20+ paid days off
• Education growth assistance

LOCATION:


This Central Valley practice offers an excellent work-life balance, with evenings free and plenty of nearby recreational options. Visalia, the gateway to Sequoia National Park, is just 1-2 hours from both Sequoia and Yosemite, and within easy reach of coastal towns, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program, and currently registered as a PA-C.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required.
• Excellent clinical and communications skills are required.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

HEALTHCARE SETTING:

• Medical office
• Outpatient

MEDICAL SPECIALITIES:

• Radiology

SCHEDULE:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

LANGUAGE:

• Spanish (Required)

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit (Preferred)
• Physician Assistant License (Required)

ABILITY TO RELOCATE:

• Visalia, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)