Radiology Assistant
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Junior
Bachelor's, Master's
Oklahoma City, OK, USA
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Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryAdvanced Practice Providers
About the job
Requirements
- A master's degree is required; a bachelor's degree may be accepted if the candidate was certified as a Registered Radiologist Assistant before January 1, 2023.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Registered Radiologist Assistant is required.
- Current Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association is required.
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association is required.
- A current Radiologist Assistant license issued by the Oklahoma Medical Board is required.
- Current Registered Radiologist Assistant certification issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists is required.
- Knowledge of vascular interventional radiology procedures, medications, and the operation and monitoring of ionizing radiation equipment, apparatus, and storage is required.
- Knowledge of prescribed safety standards outlined by the Council of Radiation Protection and Monitoring is required.
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology is required.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with medical staff, peers, and subordinates is required.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Ability to obtain patient histories and physical examinations, informed consent, and follow-up progress notes is required.
- Highly developed clinical assessment and analytical skills are required.
- Ability to communicate and translate patient conditions to other care providers and negotiate and recommend changes in patient care and clinical practices is required.
- Evidence-based practice and critical thinking in professional practice are required.
Responsibilities
- Perform clinical consultations, including initial consultation and assessment, informed consent, follow-up visits, and patient care.
- Explain procedures, including risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up, to patients, significant others, and other health care providers.
- Determine patient compliance with pre-examination and procedure preparations, including diet and medications, when needed.
- Formulate patient-centered plans of care that consider individual patient needs.
- Administer contrast media, radioactive materials, and other medications as directed by the supervising radiologist, and monitor for adverse effects.
- Evaluate images for diagnostic quality and report clinical observations to the radiologist.
- Evaluate electrocardiograms to recognize abnormalities that may affect a procedure or examination.
- Position and physically prepare patients for procedures.
- Observe and assess patients during conscious sedation.
- Recognize and respond to medical emergencies, activate emergency response systems, and notify appropriate personnel.
- Communicate the radiologist's report to the referring physician in accordance with American College of Radiology guidelines.
- Provide physician-prescribed post-examination and post-procedure instructions and perform follow-up patient evaluations.
- Communicate patient findings to the radiologist.
- Document appropriate records for review and co-signature by the supervising radiologist.
- Participate in hospital and system-wide committees and councils.
- Assist with or perform fluoroscopic, diagnostic angiographic, and interventional special procedures.
- Maintain a sterile field and environment.
- Adhere to radiation dose and protection guidelines, including As Low As Reasonably Achievable.
- Maintain clinical knowledge of appropriate indications, contraindications, risks, and side effects.
- Maintain knowledge of procedural products.
- Identify opportunities for clinical quality and workplace improvement.
- Maintain knowledge of vascular interventional radiology procedures and techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
About the company
OU Health is the flagship academic health system for Oklahoma, partnered with the University of Oklahoma, delivering advanced medical care for severe and life-threatening conditions. Its offerings come from a network of hospitals and specialists that use cutting-edge technology, clinical expertise, and research-driven practices to diagnose and treat patients, educate students, and train clinicians. OU Health differentiates itself through its status as Oklahoma’s academic health center, its collaboration with a major university, and a strong focus on inclusive culture, career development, and continuous improvement to provide compassionate, civil, and patient-centered care. The company aims to become Oklahoma’s destination of choice for healthcare, and to be Oklahoma’s Employer of Choice by attracting and retaining diverse talent who can contribute to innovative patient care and improved outcomes.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$1.7M
Headquarters
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Founded
N/A
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- August 2026 Cox Foundation gave $750,000 to the pediatric Behavioral Health Center.
- September 2026 structural heart expansion added newest FDA-approved therapies at OU Health.
- Stephenson Cancer Center’s Tulsa expansion and McAlester location extend referral capture statewide.
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- December 2026 Behavioral Health Center still needs philanthropy beyond $105.6 million committed.
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- OU Health is Oklahoma’s academic health system, tightly linked to OU College of Medicine.
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- OU Health owns rare specialties: pediatric Level I trauma, Level IV NICU, pediatric heart transplant.
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Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance