The RA(CBRPA) is an individual who holds certification in radiography, holds an ACLS certification, has a minimum of three years experience in medical imaging, has completed a minimum of 45 credit hours in a CBRPA -recognized program of instruction and has demonstrated competency in performing limited medical imaging procedures.. The listed tasks and responsibilities outline the RA(CBRPA) scope of Practice.
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- Under radiologist supervision, the Radiology Assistant (RA-CBRPA) performs patient assessment, patient management, and selected examinations.
- Obtain clinical history from patient and medical records.
- Performs pre-procedure and post-procedure patient evaluation prior to a scheduled procedure.
- Obtains signed consent from patient for injection of contrast media and medication(s) prior to an imaging examination.
- Performs fluoroscopy for non-invasive procedures with direct radiologist supervision.
- Monitors and tailors selected imaging examinations under direct radiologist supervision.
- Provides naso-entric and oro-entric feeding tube placement in uncomplicated patients, as determined by the radiologist.
- Communicates the reports of radiologist findings to the referring physician or appropriate representative.