Radiology Practitioner Assistant

AZURA

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy.  Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory, FVC and FMS policy requirements.

Under the general supervision of the pertinent physician radiologist, provides radiological diagnostic and interventional services as part of a healthcare team in a Fresenius Vascular Care facility in compliance with all pertinent company policies and procedures and government regulatory requirements.   This may include conducting patient assessments, performing approved specialized imaging and surgical procedures and assisting the physician with the more complex procedures. 

This position would be used at the discretion of the supervising physician’s approval based on the Radiology Practitioner’s ability to exhibit competency in the scope of service performed in the operating location.  The Radiology Practitioner Assistant’s procedure selection is determined by the supervising physician and the complexity of the case and scope of practice. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


* As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways which include, but are not limited to…


* Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative.

Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.


* Contacts are frequently with individuals representing outside organizations, and/or individuals of significant importance within the company.  Contacts involve planning and preparation of the communications; requires skill, tact, persuasion and/or negotiation to accomplish the objectives of the communications.


* Acts as a subject matter expert…


* Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.


* May act as an informal team leader and provides assistance to A1, A2, and A3 with support tasks that require considerable judgment and initiative.


* May escalate difficult/complex issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.


* Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.


* Contributes to the provision of superior healthcare and the efficient and effective execution of services provided by the Vascular Access center by performing physician approved radiological diagnostic and surgical procedures related to vascular access issues and assisting the physician with more complex procedures.  Ensures all activities are performed in compliance with RPA Code of Ethics and all pertinent national, institutional and/or departmental standards, policies and procedures regarding the standards of care for patients.


* Ensures enhanced quality of patient care by performing various Vascular Access related procedures, identifying and addressing or recommending the appropriate treatment and care of vascular related issues for patients.  Procedures include but are not limited to:
+ Floroscopic procedure...