Radiology Assistant

Shields Radiology Associates, PC • Brockton, MA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1972 by Tom and Mary Shields, Shields Health is a family-owned company that began with a single nursing home and a promise to treat every patient with the utmost care. This principle has guided their progress for over five decades, leading to numerous innovations in imaging, PET/CT, and surgical services. With more than 50 locations across New England, Shields combines compassionate, patient-first care with state-of-the-art technology to make world-class healthcare accessible. The Radiologist Assistant will support diagnostic imaging procedures and provide excellent patient care. They will assist with performing radiologic exams, preparing and monitoring patients, documenting clinical information, and ensuring high-quality imaging results while maintaining radiation safety and healthcare compliance standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Graduation from an accredited RRA/RPA formal education program
• Registered as a Radiologist Assistant by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
• Licensed as a Radiologist Assistant in the State of Massachusetts
• Advanced knowledge of MRI imaging procedures
• Patient assessment and clinical history review
• Radiation safety and protection protocols
• Clear Understanding of Imaging modalities
• Image quality evaluation and optimization
• Excellent Communication skills and compassionate bedside manner
• Attention to detail and the ability to critically think
• Understanding of HIPPA and patient confidentiality
• Ability to work with a team and collaborate with Radiologists and technologists

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide excellent patient care.
• Under the direct supervision and guidance of a radiologist, perform various diagnostic radiology procedures/exams.
• Administers and/or orders intravenous medication and contrast media, under the supervision of a Radiologist.
• Evaluates medical images, reviews preliminary reports and images with a supervising Radiologist.
• Dictates technical reports that will be reviewed and signed off by the supervising Radiologist.
• Verify and review referring clinician's order prior to performing exam and determine appropriateness of exam/procedure ordered.
• Reviews images and provides feedback of studies performed by the supervising radiologist.
• Responsible for gaining consents for procedures, pre/post procedure order-writing, and dictating in PACS.
• Must be proficient in performing arthrograms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level