CPT Radiology Practitioner Assistant Jobs
Radiology Practitioner Assistant CPT jobs let F-1 students perform fluoroscopic procedures and patient assessments under physician supervision while earning academic credit. Your DSO must authorize each position as integral to your radiology or medical imaging program before your start date, and the role must directly map to your coursework.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Indianapolis, IN
Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
Department/Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology
Schedule: Part-time | Evenings
COMPENSATION
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare contrast media and medications as directed by a supervising technologist.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and orderly department, including procedure rooms, storage areas and dressing rooms.
- Transport patients to and from medical imaging.
- Assist in moving patients to, from and between radiographic tables, stretchers and wheelchairs.
- Assist patients with general comfort care.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education: High school diploma equivalency OR Enrolled in accredited program specific to discipline required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current student of XRay program.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Location: Indianapolis, IN
Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
Department/Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology
Schedule: Part-time | Evenings
COMPENSATION
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare contrast media and medications as directed by a supervising technologist.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and orderly department, including procedure rooms, storage areas and dressing rooms.
- Transport patients to and from medical imaging.
- Assist in moving patients to, from and between radiographic tables, stretchers and wheelchairs.
- Assist patients with general comfort care.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education: High school diploma equivalency OR Enrolled in accredited program specific to discipline required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current student of XRay program.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
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Get Access To All JobsRadiology Practitioner Assistant CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Radiology Practitioner Assistant role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the clinical work is a required or elective component of your radiology or health sciences program and your school treats it as integral to your curriculum. Your DSO evaluates this based on your program requirements and the employer's job description. Roles limited to administrative or clerical tasks won't qualify, but hands-on fluoroscopic or procedural assistant work typically does.
Can I work at an outpatient imaging center on CPT, or only at hospitals?
CPT authorization is determined by your school, not the facility type, so outpatient imaging centers, freestanding radiology groups, and hospital-based departments all qualify as long as the work maps to your curriculum. The practical difference is that smaller outpatient centers are less likely to have a standardized process for onboarding CPT students, so expect to spend more time walking HR through the authorization requirements.
What happens to my CPT authorization if the supervising radiologist changes?
Your CPT authorization is tied to the employer and the role, not the individual supervisor. If your supervising radiologist changes but your duties and employer remain the same, your existing CPT authorization generally stays valid. You should notify your DSO of the change in writing, and if your state's RPA supervision law requires the supervisor to be named in a licensure agreement, you may need updated documentation from the employer.
How do I find Radiology Practitioner Assistant employers that are open to CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers in medical imaging and radiology who have a history of hiring international candidates in clinical roles. Facilities with prior work authorization filings are more likely to have HR teams familiar with CPT paperwork. You can also contact your program's clinical education coordinator, since many radiology programs maintain a pre-vetted list of CPT-approved clinical sites.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
Yes. Using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your eligibility for OPT entirely, including the STEM OPT extension. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not affect OPT eligibility regardless of how long it runs. If you're planning to rely on OPT after graduation, confirm your total full-time CPT usage with your DSO before accepting a full-time Radiology Practitioner Assistant position.