Physician Assistant- Interventional Radiology

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

December 04, 2024

Department:

31006115 ANW Interventional Radiology Clinic

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

Allina Health is seeking a Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant.

• 1.0 FTE
• Inpatient/outpatient role.
• Position may include weekends and call in the future.
• Located at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities:

• Perform minor procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, thyroid fine needle aspiration, arthrography, CT and US-guided biopsies, etc
• Perform pre- and post-procedural follow-up patient evaluation, draft notes in the medical record
• Call results of imaging examinations, if needed
• Administer contrast agents and radiopharmaceuticals as prescribed by the radiologist
• Administer general medications as prescribed by the radiologist in conformance with organizational policy
• Care of the patient prior to, during and following radiological procedures, wound management, diet intervention, insertion and removal of vascular catheters, management of drainage tubes
• Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
• Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
• Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
• Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
• Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
• Refers for specialty care when determined.
• Consults with physician when patient needs outside of APP scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree completion of accredited Physician Assistant program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience post Physician Assistant training strongly preferred. Prefer 1 year of Interventional Radiology experience.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Licensed Physician Assistant - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire
• BLS required within 180 Days
• Certification as Physician Assistant - NCCPA National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants upon hire required
• Drug Enforcement Administration upon hire required

Physical Demands:

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently