Details Specialty: Interventional Radiology APPSchedule: M-F Full TimePractice Detail: Working to support the surgeons at Ascension Saint Thomas River Park HospitalEMR System: Cerner in Hospital; Athena in ClinicFacility: Ascension Saint Thomas River Park HospitalLocation: McMinnville, TN
Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

 

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities Interventional Radiologist Advanced Practice Provider (APP)Job DescriptionPosition Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Physician Assistant trained in Interventional Radiology to join our team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, focusing on minimally invasive, image-guided procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care:

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including history taking, physical examinations, and review of imaging studiesPerform pre-procedural evaluations and obtain informed consent for interventional radiology proceduresProvide post-procedural care and monitoring in recovery areasManage patient care during interventional procedures under physician supervisionDevelop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the interventional radiology teamProvide patient and family education regarding procedures, risks, benefits, and post-procedure care

Procedural Support:

Assist with minimally invasive procedures including but not limited to:Vascular interventions (angioplasty, stent placement, embolization)Drainage procedures (abscess, pleural, biliary)Biopsy procedures (CT-guided, ultrasound-guided)Pain management interventions (nerve blocks, joint injections)Dialysis access proceduresPerform minor procedures independently as permitted by state regulations and institutional protocolsMaintain sterile technique and radiation safety protocols

Administrative Duties:

Complete accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical recordsCoordinate care with referring physicians and other healthcare team membersParticipate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental meetingsMaintain continuing education requirements and professional developmentRequired Qualifications

Education & Certification:

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant programCurrent state licensure as a Physician AssistantCurrent BLS and ACLS certificationDEA registration

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in interventional radiology procedures preferredExperience with fluoroscopy and radiation safety protocols preferred

Skills & Competencies:

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environmentProficiency with electronic medical records systemsStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamPreferred QualificationsBoard certification in relevant specialty areaPrevious experience in interventional radiology or vascular surgeryAdditional certifications in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) or trauma life supportExperience with EMR systemsWork EnvironmentHospital-based position with both inpatient and outpatient responsibilitiesExposure to radiation requiring adherence to safety protocolsFast-paced environment with emergency and urgent casesBenefits PackageCompetitive salary commensurate with experienceComprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement plan with employer matchingPaid time off and continuing education allowanceProfessional liability insurance coverageOpportunities for professional development and advancement

 

About Ascension Saint Thomas River Park Hospital 

Located in McMinnville, TN 125 licensed beds Offers 24/7 Hospitalist Onsite CoverageVery busy Emergency Department staffed by ED certified physicians Acute Care Floor as well as 10-bed Geropsych Unit and 15-bed Physical Rehabilitation Unit 

 

About McMinnville 

We are located approximately 45 minutes East of Murfreesboro on the edge of the Cumberland Plateau. McMinnville’s central location makes it an ideal base for exploring beautiful Middle Tennessee. McMinnville has been known for years as the “nursery capital of the world.” There are a multitude of tree and shrub nurseries in the area. We offer plenty of outdoor activities including: Parks, Rivers, Lakes, Golf and Cave tours - Live Music and Performances are held year-round throughout the community. 

 

About Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners 

For nearly 20 years, Saint Thomas Medical Partners has provided primary and specialty care to the community spanning 45 counties in Middle Tennessee, and provides care to over 315,000 patients annually. One of the largest healthcare providers in the state, offering rewarding careers across 50 specialties in 16 hospital campuses and more than 250 sites of care through a comprehensive network of affiliated joint ventures, medical practices, clinics, and rehabilitation facilities. Our physician-led clinical teams include physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and medical assistants working together to provide seamless care among more than 2,000 affiliated providers. 

 

When you join Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners, you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Requirements

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Physician Assistant credentialed from the Tennessee Committee on Physicians Assistants obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

 

Education:

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Master's degree preferred.

 

Work Experience:

• 1 year of experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

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Why Join Our Team

Ascension Saint Thomas is a leading health care system with a 125-year history of providing care to the community, and is the only faith-based, non profit health system in Middle Tennessee. Today, the health system offers a highly comprehensive system of care, consisting of a network of hospitals, affiliated joint ventures, medical practices, clinics and specialty facilities.

 

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of thousands of associates delivering compassionate, personalized care across hospitals, clinics and senior living communities.

 

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

 

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

 

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