Interventional Neuroradiology Physician Assistant Lahey Hospital and Medical Center

The Interventional Neuroradiology Physician Assistant at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center provides comprehensive care to patients with complex neurovascular and spine conditions requiring endovascular or image-guided interventions. Working in collaboration with interventional neuroradiologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, nurses and other members of the healthcare team, the APP provides patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic services across throughout the continuum-from consultation, inpatient, outpatient, procedural, and post-procedural care settings. This includes patient assessments, care coordination, and procedural support to optimize outcomes, safety, and patient satisfaction.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial patient evaluations and consultations for neurovascular conditions (e.g., stroke, aneurysms, AVMs, carotid stenosis) with physician partnership.
• Perform history-taking, physical examinations, and appropriate documentation.
• Assist with pre-procedure preparation, including patient education, informed consent, and coordination of labs and imaging.
• Provide intra-procedural support within scope, including sedation assistance, sterile field preparation, and imaging interpretation support.
• Manage post-procedure recovery and care, including monitoring, follow-ups, and documentation of outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including neurology, neurosurgery, and critical care.

Procedural and Technical Support:

• Participate in procedural planning, imaging review, and documentation.
• Support interventional procedures such as mechanical thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling, carotid stenting, and spinal embolization within scope of licensure and training.

Administrative and Quality Improvement:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in departmental QA/QI initiatives and morbidity & mortality reviews.
• Contribute to protocol development and clinical pathways.
• Attend and participate in relevant conferences, CME, and ongoing education.

Education and Certification:

• Graduate of an accredited PA program.
• Current state licensure as PA-C.
• National board certification (NCCPA).
• BLS and ACLS certification required.
• DEA registration required or ability to obtain.

Experience:

• Prior experience in interventional radiology, neurology, neurosurgery, or critical care preferred.
• New graduates with strong clinical rotations in relevant areas may be considered.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong clinical judgment and procedural understanding.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Comfort in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Ability to interpret neuroimaging studies and understand neurovascular anatomy.