Physician Assistant - Interventional Radiology

Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. The Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant (PA) will provide supervised medical and procedural support for short stay unit patients, and outpatients under the care of the Interventional Radiology service. The selected PA participates in evaluation, treatment planning, procedural care, patient education, and coordination of care. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Performs and documents initial and interim patient histories and physical examinations.
• Assists in obtaining informed consent for procedures from patients or designated medical decision makers.
• Orders routine laboratory, radiologic, EKG, and diagnostic testing under supervision.
• Develops competency in the performance of basic IR procedures under direct supervision including paracentesis, thoracentesis, image-guided aspiration, catheter removals, lumbar puncture, and tube exchanges.
• Completes post-procedure documentation and enters appropriate orders.
• Provides patient and family education regarding procedures, preparation, and follow-up care.
• Participates in inpatient rounds and assists in coordinating admissions and discharges.
• Assists attending physicians during complex procedures.
• Coordinates patient scheduling and procedural preparation with IR nursing staff, technologists, anesthesia service, and Medical Support Assistants.
• Demonstrates developing proficiency in recognizing and responding to routine clinical problems encountered in IR patients.
• Assists in reviewing and processing IR consults.
• Supports coordination of outpatient clinic and procedural scheduling.
• Participates in quality assurance and data collection activities.
• Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Work Schedule: M - F 8 am - 4:30 pm

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Contract Buy Out Program: This position may be eligible for the Physician / Provider Contract Buy Out Program (CBOP), which authorizes VHA to buy out service contracts (Locum agreements, loan repayments, sign-on bonus contracts, Physician-owned practices) in exchange for employment at certain rural or highly rural facilities for a period of obligated service (minimum 4 years). For additional information and eligibility requirements, contact the VHA Contract Buy Out Program Manager at View email address on click.appcast.io.