Overview

Description:

Provides advanced clinical, procedural, and patient care support within the Radiology Department under the supervision of a licensed radiologist. Responsibilities include patient assessment, imaging assistance, procedural support, and compliance with Florida regulations, hospital privileging, and accreditation standards. The Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA) serves as an advanced-level radiologic technologist supporting diagnostic and interventional radiology services across the hospital and affiliated outpatient sites. This role ensures high-quality patient care, procedural efficiency, and regulatory compliance through direct collaboration with radiologists. All duties are performed within a privilege-based framework, requiring documented competency, supervision, and adherence to Florida law. The RRA does not independently interpret imaging studies and functions strictly under physician supervision.

Responsibilities

Job Requirements:

Provide primary clinical and procedural support for all radiology services across assigned facilities. This includes:
• Perform patient assessment, including history and physical evaluation
• Assist radiologists with diagnostic and interventional procedures
• Monitor patient condition before, during, and after procedures
• Provide patient education and post-procedure instructions
• Document patient encounters, progress notes, and discharge summaries

All activities are conducted under radiologist supervision and do not replace physician evaluation

Perform imaging and procedural responsibilities as permitted by licensure and privilege. This includes:
• Perform fluoroscopic procedures (e.g., GI studies, cystograms)
• Administer contrast media under direct supervision
• Perform venography, IVP, and related imaging procedures
• Evaluate imaging for quality and completeness
• Communicate findings to supervising radiologist

Provide assistance and, when privileged, perform advanced procedures under appropriate supervision. These include:
• Lumbar puncture and myelograms (personal supervision required)
• Paracentesis and thoracentesis
• Central venous catheter placement and exchanges
• PICC line placement
• Arthrograms, joint injections, and biopsies
• Gastrostomy tube placement
• Angiography assistance (radiologist performs vascular access)

All procedures require:
• Approved privileges
• Documented competency
• Defined supervision level

Provide medication and contrast support in accordance with physician orders and facility policies:

Administer intravascular contrast media (direct supervision required).

Administer radiopharmaceuticals if appropriately licensed.

Monitor for adverse reactions and complications

Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and accreditation requirements:
• Florida Department of Health regulations
• Hospital bylaws and privileging requirements
• Joint Commission and ACR standards
• Radiation safety and infection control policies

Support quality improvement and patient safety efforts:
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives
• Assist in incident review and patient safety reporting
• Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to protocols

Provide operational and clinical support across radiology services:
• Assist with workflow optimization and patient throughout
• Collaborate with radiologists, technologists, and nursing staff
• Support training and onboarding of staff as needed

Qualifications

Qualification:

Experience Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program Completion of an accredited Radiologist Assistant program Active Florida Radiologic Technologist License ARRT certification in Radiography

ARRT Radiologist Assistant certification (R.R.A. or CRA)

Additional certification required for nuclear medicine duties (if applicable)

Education:

Masters or Doctoral Degree - required

Masters in Radiologic science program prepares you to become an advanced - practice provider specifically trained in medical imaging procedures and patient management.

Licensures:

Active Florida Radiologic Technologist License

ARRT certification in Radiography

ARRT Radiologist Assistant certification (R.R.A. or CRA)

Additional certification required for nuclear medicine duties (if applicable) BLS/CPR certification

Expected Performance:

Full compliance with Florida regulatory and hospital privileging requirements

Accurate and complete clinical documentation

Safe performance of all procedures within scope and supervision High patient satisfaction and quality care delivery Adherence to supervision requirements (personal, direct, general)

Zero unauthorized procedures outside granted privileges