Radiologist Practitioner Assistant (RPA)

State University of New York Upstate Medical University · Syracuse, New York, United States

Location

Syracuse

Job Type

Full-time

Posted

June 26, 2026

Job Description

Job Summary:
Radiologist Practitioner Assistants are experienced, registered Radiographers who have additional training and certifications to work as Radiologist Extenders.

Area of responsibility includes:
Lead role in patient management and assessment, determining whether a patient has been appropriately prepared for a procedure, and adapting exam protocols to improve diagnostic quality.

Make informed decisions about diagnostic and therapeutic interventions based on patient information and preferences, up-do-date scientific evidence, clinical judgement, and ethical principles.

Performs fluoroscopic exams and procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist.

Responsible for evaluating image quality, making initial image observations and forwarding those observations to the supervising Radiologist.
Minimum Qualifications:
Be certified as an RPA by the Certification Board for Radio...
        

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