Radiologic Tech – IR/Cath Lab – In-House Agency Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Job Description:

Job DescriptionWe’ve made a lot of progress since opening thedoors in 1942, but one thing has never changed

• our commitment toserve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.

We believe that everyaward earned, every record broken and every patient helped isbecause of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. AtOchsner, whether you work with patients every day or support thosewho do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make adifference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! Thisjob is typically 8-weeks length in assignment. This job hascertification in Radiography and is responsible for assessingpatients and safely performing routine radiographic procedures inaccordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. Inaddition, the technologist has been trained successfully andregistered in theadditional modality.

To perform this jobsuccessfully, an individual must be able to perform each essentialduty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below arerepresentative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualifiedindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Thisjob description is a summary of the primary duties andresponsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to bea comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties andresponsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’sdiscretion.

Education Required

• Completion of a RadiologicTechnology program in an AMA approved school and/or completion of aCAHEA approved formal training program in Diagnostic MedicalSonographyWork ExperienceRequired
• 2 years’ experience inRadiologic TechnologyCertificationsRequired
• Registered by theAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/orAmerican Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and/orcertification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology CertificationBoard (NMTCB)Current license in the state of practiceAdvanced levelcertification(s) in specific additional modalitiesBasic LifeSupport (BLS) from the American Heart AssociationKnowledge Skillsand Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entryand retrieval of information.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and theability to present information clearly and professionally. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, varioussoftware packages specific to role and keyboard. Strong interpersonal skills. Knowledge of procedures and technical language Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure. Ability to work self-directed and to function without directsupervision. Ability and willingness to have and maintain flexibility inwork duties and hours (may require flexible schedule such asnights, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.). General knowledge of anatomy as required for specific radiologymodalities. Skills to preliminarily identify abnormal findings as requiredfor specific radiology modalities.

Job Duties Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy. Utilizes radiology information systems to facilitate care. Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding. Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedureaccording to protocol (including placement of IV). Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure imagesmeet diagnostic quality standards. Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance withregulatory standards and performing notification/remediation aswarranted. Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations(inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.). Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, includingbut not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction tothe patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to beperformed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statementsdescribe the general nature and level of work only. They are not anexhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, andskills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended atany time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and locallaws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirementsthat apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensurescompliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

Thisemployer maintains and complies with its Compliance & PrivacyProgram and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reportingof any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors orconduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or othercompliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal OpportunityEmployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteranstatus, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental DemandsThephysical demands described here are representative of those thatmust be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.

Heavy Work

• Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of forceoccasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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Constantly:

activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to moveobjects. Physical demand requirementsare in excess of those forSedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only anegligible amount, a job should be rated

Light Work:

(1) when itrequires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) whenit requires sitting most of the time but entails pushingand/orpulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the jobrequires working at a production rate pace entailing the constantpushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of thosematerials is negligible.

NOTE:

The constant stress and strain ofmaintaining a production ratepace, especially in an industrialsetting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even thoughthe amount of force exerted is negligible.

Duties performedroutinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

Theincumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area wherepatients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works withspecimensthat could contain communicable diseases. The incumbenthas an occupational risk for exposure to all communicablediseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting,there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardousmedications or hazardous waste within the environment throughreceipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing,administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. Therisk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential jobduties of the role.

Are you ready to make a difference? ApplyToday!

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Individuals who reside in and will work from thefollowing areas are not eligible for remote work position:

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We are proud tobe an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunityand providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based onrace, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-relatedconditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physicaldisability, medical condition, age, veteran status, militarystatus, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexualorientation, gender, gender identity or expression, geneticinformation, political affiliation, unemployment status, or anyother characteristic protected under applicable federal, state orlocal law. These protections extend to applicants and allemployment related decisions. View the EEO is the Law poster andits supplement, as well as the pay transparency policy for moreinformation. Affirmative Action Policy Statement