Radiologist Assistant- MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Job Listing at MedStar Health in Clinton, MD (Job ID 158081)

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Radiology Assistant

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

MedStar Medical Group Radiology is seeking a Radiology Assistant to join our expanding team at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center (MSMHC). This role partners closely with Attending Radiologists and Medical Directors to support the delivery of high-quality imaging services, clinical excellence, and an exceptional patient experience.

The Radiology Assistant will function as an integral member of the radiology care team and will be responsible for a broad range of clinical and procedural duties, including:

• Maintaining an active clinical practice in collaboration with supervising radiologists while adhering to established standards, protocols, and procedures
• Performing a variety of fluoroscopic and image-guided procedures, including (but not limited to) barium swallow, small bowel follow-through, barium enema, thyroid biopsies, paracentesis, thoracentesis, spinal taps, and line placement
• Conducting patient assessments, including initial and ongoing evaluations of medical and physical status, and documenting progress notes and relevant clinical data in the medical record
• Implementing radiologist-directed treatment plans and providing patient and caregiver education regarding procedures, results, diagnoses, and discharge instructions
• Clearly explaining procedures, expected outcomes, and potential risks or complications to patients prior to examination
• Reviewing imaging studies in collaboration with supervising radiologists and assisting in the preparation of preliminary technical reports for final radiologist interpretation and sign-off
• Supporting patient management, including coordination of additional imaging or follow-up studies as directed by the supervising radiologist
• Upholding professional and ethical standards in alignment with the ARRT Code of Ethics, as well as all applicable national, state, institutional, and departmental guidelines and policies

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Radiologist Assistant studies from an accredited ARRT-recognized Radiologist Assistant program
• 1–2 years of clinical experience as a Radiology Assistant preferred

This position has a hiring range of $53.19/HR - $86.47/HR

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