Advanced Practice Provider - Northside Radiology Associates

Northside Radiology Associates is seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to work in collaboration with radiologists to provide high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will be proficient in providing procedure and imaging-based radiology services in both hospital and outpatient clinic-based practice setting.  This role involves patient evaluation, history and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, performing image-guided procedures, and developing treatment plans within the established standards of care. The PA/NP will also serve as a clinical leader, contributing to process improvement initiatives and fostering communication between referring physicians, medical staff, and patients.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive medical services under the supervision and direction of the radiologist in hospital, outpatient, and affiliated office settings.
• Perform initial patient assessments, including history and physical exams.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests as appropriate.
• Perform image-guided procedures, including but not limited to:
• Arthrograms
• Joint injections
• Lumbar punctures
• Paracentesis
• Cystograms
• Tube studies
• Barium swallows
• Biopsies
• Drain placements
• Hysterosalpingography (HSG)
• Provide contrast coverage as needed.
• Obtain informed consent and educate patients and families regarding procedures and treatment plans.
• Write and manage pre-, intra-, and post-procedure orders.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, nursing staff, referring physicians, and radiologists.
• Perform daily rounds, monitor patient progress, and provide updates to medical staff, including writing daily progress notes when necessary.
• Make treatment recommendations in collaboration with the radiologist.
• Lead and participate in process improvement projects within the radiology program.