Physician Associate - Radiology

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Job Summary: Under the supervision of a physician, provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services to patients of a specific population served based on the norms for specialty. Job Description: MaineGeneral Health is seeking a skilled, collaborative, and patient-focused Physician Associate (PA-C) to join our dynamic Radiology team at MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta, Maine. About Our Department Our department is Joint Commission accredited and operates with a strong emphasis on compliance with American College of Radiology (ACR) standards, patient safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory excellence. Radiology services are supported by the Radiology Alliance of Maine (RAM) , a private Radiologist practice that has been affiliated with MaineGeneral Health for more than four decades. This long-standing partnership promotes deep collaboration, clinical excellence, and high-quality patient care. Our comprehensive department includes : Interventional Radiology (performing approximately 5,000 interventional procedures annually) Fluoroscopy Services (performing approximately 1,000 fluoroscopy-related procedures annually) Diagnostic Vascular Ultrasound and General Ultrasound Diagnostic Imaging, CT, MRI, and Nuclear Medicine Mammography services A dedicated Vascular Access Team A dedicated Radiology Prep and Recovery nursing team to support optimal patient care workflow In this role, the Physician Associate will: Perform fluoroscopic procedures including lumbar punctures, myelograms, joint injections, and arthrograms. Demonstrate independent clinical judgment in daily practice, including knowing when consultation or escalation to a radiologist is appropriate. Thrive in a high-volume environment, meeting on-time scheduling demands, procedural responsibilities, and department productivity expectations. Support interventional radiology workflows, assisting RAM Radiologists with a broad portfolio of image-guided interventions. Collaborate closely across a multidisciplinary team, working daily with our dedicated Radiology Prep and Recovery nursing team, radiologists, technologists, sonographers, and support staff. Maintain rigorous quality standards, ensuring all clinical activities comply with Joint Commission guidelines and ACR standards. Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories and performing physical exams prior to imaging procedures. Manage pre- and post-procedure care, ensuring seamless communication and workflow continuity within the department. Review clinical data and communicate critical imaging or procedural findings to referring providers and care teams. Educate patients and families regarding planned imaging procedures, potential risks, alternatives, and post-care expectations. Requirements & Qualifications Licensure : Current or eligible for licensure as a Physician Associate by the State of Maine. Certification : Board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience in radiology, surgery, or interventional procedures is highly preferred; confident new graduates with strong procedural rotations will be considered. Skills : High emotional intelligence, exceptional teamwork skills, strong clinical prioritization, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Active BLS and ACLS certifications required. MaineGeneral Offers Competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Generous earned time off to support a healthy work-life balance. Retirement plans with employer match contributions. CME allowance including dedicated funds and paid time off for continuing medical education. Wellness programs including health coaches and prevention and healthy living classes. Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates moving to the beautiful state of Maine. About MaineGeneral Health MaineGeneral Health is central Maine's premier healthcare system. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our community. Our state-of-the-art medical center in Augusta offers an innovative clinical environment, advanced imaging technologies, and a supportive, multidisciplinary team culture. Compensation Information: $117,085 - $167,085 Certifications: Physician Associate (PA) - State of Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Scheduled Work Shift: Benefits: Supporting all aspects of our employees’ wellness – physical, emotional and financial – is a critical component of being a great place to work. With the wide range of benefits and programs available, employees have the resources they need to be well at every stage of life and plan for the future. Physical Wellness: We offer quality health, dental, and vision benefits and wellness programs and resources to provide employees access to resources for a healthy lifestyle and help manage health care costs. Employees have access to industry-leading leave for new parents. A generous earned time/paid time off plan is offered to all employees - We believe employees need and deserve time away from work to observe holidays, be with family, go on vacation, or simply take care of themselves. Emotional Wellness: When life gets challenging, employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program for employees and anyone in their household. Financial Wellness: Tuition Reimbursement is available to all employees to further develop skills and career. Educational Loan Reimbursement is available to pay down outstanding eligible medical education debt. Eligible medical staff receive both leave days, as well as reimbursement amounts for Continuing Medical Education. We offer eligible employees up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) company-matching contributions plus another 2% in the 401(a) retirement income plan. Eligible physicians are also provided the opportunity to participate in a 457(b) retirement plan should they meet their contribution limits of their 403(b) plan. Three insurance plans are available to protect your family from the sudden loss of income in the event of your death, terminal illness or serious injury from accident. Malpractice is provided, to include tail coverage to all eligible medical staff. We offer both short-term and long-term disability insurance to replace a portion of your income if you become disabled and cannot work for a period of time. Career Mobility: Helping our employees develop their skills and grow their careers is critical to how we retain our talent and sustain our business. We do this by offering our teammates a variety of leadership-supported programs and learning and development resources for every stage of their professional development. We know that our employees are our most valuable resource – they’re how we grow our business and care for our community. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability Assistive technologies are available. Application assistance for those requesting reasonable accommodation to the career site is available by contacting HR at (207) 861-3440 . MaineGeneral Medical Center has an internal referral bonus program for all employed medical staff. Please contact physician recruitment for more details of this program.