Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Radiology

77 consultants•Burlington, MA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This contract-based, on-site role offers an Associate-level clinician the opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care in a dynamic radiology environment. As a Locum NP/PA Radiology, you will work alongside radiologists, technologists, and nursing staff to support diagnostic and interventional radiology services. Your responsibilities will include patient evaluation, procedure support, and managing patient care throughout the imaging process. This role directly contributes to the practice’s ability to provide timely, accurate, and safe radiology care to patients in the Burlington community.

Requirements

Associate-level experience as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in radiology, interventional radiology, or a related diagnostic setting.
Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the relevant clinical specialty.
Active, unrestricted licensure to practice as an NP or PA in accordance with state regulations.
Graduate-level education from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and critical decision-making skills.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and accurate clinical documentation.
Excellent communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to work independently while following established protocols and collaborating effectively within a team.
Flexibility to adapt to changing patient volumes, procedural schedules, and locum assignment needs.
Must be board-certified

Nice To Haves

Experience with radiology procedures, image-guided interventions, or pre-procedural patient management is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform focused patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations for patients undergoing radiology procedures.
Assist with image-guided procedures including biopsies, aspirations, drain placements, and contrast administration.
Evaluate patients for procedural readiness, document informed consent, and coordinate pre-procedural care.
Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures to identify and respond to potential complications.
Administer medications, contrast agents, and supportive treatments as directed by supervising radiologists.
Document patient histories, findings, procedures, and outcomes accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, post-procedure care, and follow-up instructions.
Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, technologists, and administrative staff to ensure efficient patient flow and timely service delivery.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety protocols, and interdisciplinary clinical discussions.
Support coverage needs across radiology services as a locum provider, ensuring continuity of patient care.