Interventional Radiology - Physician Assistant - Radiology Partners Houston

Radiology Partners•Houston, TX

23h•$120,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Radiology Partners Houston is seeking a Physician Assistant to support Interventional and Diagnostic Radiology at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land. The primary role is to serve as a physician extender or substitute for minor procedures and patient care. The Physician Assistant facilitates direct patient care, including inpatient consultations and rounding, and works closely with radiologists and hospital employees to complete inpatient fluoroscopic procedures in a timely manner. The position includes conducting physical examinations, obtaining medical histories, helping patients complete consent forms, performing fluoroscopic studies in hospital outpatient and inpatient imaging departments, and performing or assisting with procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, and biopsies. The Physician Assistant develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and fields calls from patients and healthcare professionals to identify potential concerns in patient management. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with radiologists, other physician assistants, and hospital staff. The role also participates in departmental and hospital quality assessment and improvement programs, identifies opportunities to improve services, makes recommendations, and implements actions consistent with Radiology Partners goals. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday; weekend or call work is available if desired.

Requirements

BLS and ACLS certifications required.
Graduate of an AMA-accredited program.
Certification by the National Commission of Physician Assistants.

Nice To Haves

Licensed as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas preferred.
One year of Physician Assistant experience preferred.
Ability to work autonomously and enjoy minor procedures and patient management across different practice areas.
Teamwork and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as a physician extender or substitute for minor procedures and patient care in Interventional and Diagnostic Radiology.
Facilitate direct patient care, including inpatient consultations and inpatient rounding.
Work with radiologists and hospital employees to ensure inpatient fluoroscopic procedures are completed promptly.
Perform physical examinations, determine medical histories, and assist patients with completing consents.
Perform fluoroscopic studies in hospital outpatient and inpatient imaging departments.
Perform or assist with paracentesis, thoracentesis, and biopsies.
Develop and implement patient management plans and record progress notes.
Respond to calls from patients, referring physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding potential concerns in patient management.
Participate in departmental and hospital quality assessment and improvement programs.
Identify opportunities to improve services, make recommendations, and implement appropriate actions.
Perform other duties as assigned.