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Position Summary

Midstate Radiology is seeking a Radiology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to support our practice in Murfreesboro, TN. This provider will work under the supervision of a Radiologist with appropriate privileges. This position is daytime hours Monday – Friday, with no call or weekends required. The work locations for this role will include coverage at two connected sites: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital and Premier Radiology Outpatient Imaging – Murfreesboro. The required job knowledge, skills, and abilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform light IR procedures such as fluoroscopy, arthrograms, paracentesis, thoracentesis, bone marrows, lumbar punctures, etc.
• Write orders for medications, treatments, tests, and IV fluids consistent with scope of practice of the PA/NP and the supervising radiologist.
• Review the patient’s medical record to verify the appropriateness of a specific exam or procedure and report significant findings to radiologist.
• Interview patient to obtain, verify or update medical history.
• Explain procedure to patient or significant others, including a description of risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow up. Patient must be able to communicate with the radiologist if he/she requests or if any questions arise that cannot be appropriately answered by the radiology PA/NP.
• Obtained informed consent. Patient must be able to communicate with the radiologist if he/she requests or if any questions arise that cannot be appropriately answered by the Radiology PA/NP.
• Determine if patient has followed instructions in preparation for the exam (e.g. diet, pre-medications).
• Assess risk factors that may contraindicate the procedure (e.g. health history, medications, pregnancy, psychological indicators, and alternative medicines). If procedure is contraindicated by risk factors, case must be reviewed by a radiologist.
• Maintain values congruent with the Code of Ethics, as well as adhering to national, institutional and/or departmental standards, policies, and procedures regarding the standard of care for patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Corporate Compliance Plan and HIPAA Compliance Plan.

LOCAL PRACTICE AND COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

Midstate Radiology https://www.midstaterad.com, a 10 Radiologist and 1 APP private practice located in Murfreesboro and Smyrna (just outside of Nashville) is primarily based at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford (ASTR) along with three outpatient imaging centers known as Premier Radiology https://www.premierradiology.com/. ASTR, is a 358-bed modern facility built in 2010 featuring a newly renovated 16 operating room suite, 32-bed ICU, and all-private patient rooms. The beautiful 68-acre campus, including medical office buildings, is situated on the bustling “Medical Center Parkway” corridor featuring convenient access to shopping and dining just off Interstate 840. South Nashville is one of the fastest growing areas of the erupting Greater Nashville region.

• Flexible living options. Ability to live in downtown Nashville with minimal reverse commute to suburban Murfreesboro, or anywhere in between
• As the largest suburb of Nashville, Murfreesboro is home to Middle Tennessee State University
• Middle TN offers access to fine dining, live music, arts, recreation, and professional sporting events 
• Real estate options range from urban settings to more rural property settings all with an excellent cost of living
• Top rated schools in Nashville, suburban Murfreesboro, and Williamson County (Brentwood & Franklin)
• The practice is located near The Avenue Murfreesboro which includes shopping and dining options
• Practice owned outpatient procedure center and clinic:  https://www.murfreesborovascular.com

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be a graduate of a PA/NP program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the board certification examination
• BLS AND ACLS certification required
• Must hold a DEA certificate
• Licensed or have the ability to be licensed as a PA/NP in the state of TN
• IR experience preferred

RADIOLOGY PARTNERS OVERVIEW

Radiology Partners, through its owned and affiliated practices, is a leading radiology practice in the U.S., serving hospitals and other healthcare facilities across the nation. As a physician-led and physician-owned practice, we advance our bold mission by innovating across clinical value, technology, service, and economics, while elevating the role of radiology and radiologists in healthcare. Using a proven healthcare services model, Radiology Partners provides consistent, high-quality care to patients, while delivering enhanced value to the hospitals, clinics, imaging centers and referring physicians we serve.

Radiology Partners is an equal opportunity employer. RP is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone has equal access and equitable resources to reach their full potential. We are united by our Mission to Transform Radiology and in turn have an important impact on the patients we serve and the healthcare system overall. We hold that diversity is a key source of strength from which we will build a practice culture that is inclusive for all. Our goal is to empower and engage the voice of every teammate to promote awareness, compassion and a healthy respect for differences.

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