Radiologist Assistant Curriculum - American Society of Radiologic ...

Clinical Knowledge and Activities Associated with Radiology
Procedures
Implementing Examination Protocol
The radiologist assistant, with supervision of a radiologist mentor, implements the action plan.
The radiologist assistant:
1. Implements an action plan that falls within established protocols and guidelines.
2. Elicits the cooperation of the patient to execute the action plan.
3. Uses an integrated team approach as needed.
4. Modifies the action plan according to changes in the clinical situation.
5. Administers first aid or provides advanced life support in emergency situations.
6. Uses accessory equipment when appropriate.
7. Assesses and monitors the patient’s physical and mental status.
Adapting Examination Protocol
The radiologist assistant implements the revised action plan.
The radiologist assistant:
1. Bases the revised plan on the patient’s condition and the most appropriate means of
achieving the intended outcome.
2. Takes action based on patient and procedural variances.
3. Measures and evaluates the results of the revised action plan.
4. Notifies appropriate health provider when immediate clinical response is necessary based
on procedural findings and patient condition.
Measuring Outcomes
The radiologist assistant reviews and evaluates the outcome of the procedure.
The radiologist assistant:
1. Reviews all diagnostic or therapeutic data for completeness and accuracy.
2. Determines whether the actual outcome is within established criteria.
3. Evaluates the process and recognizes opportunities for future changes.
4. Assesses the patient’s physical and mental status prior to discharge from the radiologist
assistant’s care.
Documentation
The radiologist assistant documents information about patient care, the procedure and the final
outcome.
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