High Salary! International – Imaging Float Pool Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Job Description:

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942,but one thing has never changed

• our commitment to serve, heal,lead, educate, and innovate.

We believe that every award earned,every record broken and every patient helped is because of thededicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether youwork with patients every day or support those who do, you aremaking a difference and that matters. Come make a difference atOchsner Health and discover your future today! 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 the additional 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 MedicalSonography Work Experience Required
• 2 years’ experience inRadiologic Technology Certifications Required
• 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 practice Advancedlevel certification(s) in specific additional modalities Basic LifeSupport (BLS) from the American Heart Association Knowledge Skillsand Abilities (KSAs)•Must have computer skills and dexterityrequired for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effectiveverbal and written communication skills and the ability to presentinformation clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient withWindows-style applications, various software packages specific torole and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge ofprocedures and technical language
• Ability to work with andmaintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work efficiently andcalmly under pressure.
• Ability to work self-directed and tofunction without direct supervision.
• Ability and willingness tohave and maintain flexibility in work duties and hours (may requireflexible schedule such as nights, evenings, weekends, holidays,extended shifts, etc.).
• General knowledge of anatomy as requiredfor specific radiology modalities.
• Skills to preliminarilyidentify abnormal findings as required for specific radiologymodalities. Job Duties
• Verifies physician order and procedure toassure accuracy.
• Utilizes radiology information systems tofacilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensureunderstanding.
• Independently operates equipment to completeimaging procedure according to protocol (including placement ofIV).
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensureimages meet diagnostic quality standards.
• Completes timelyquality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standardsand performing notification/remediation as warranted.
• Assists inthe facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staffschedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
• Adapts behavior to thespecific patient population, including but not limited to: respectfor privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adaptingexplanation of services or procedures to be performed, requestingpermissions and communication style.
• Performs other relatedduties as assigned.

The above statements describe the generalnature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list ofall required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties maybe added, or this description amended at any time. Remainsknowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws,accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements thatapply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliancewith all such laws, regulations and standards. This employermaintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program andStandards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of anyknown or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct;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 DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions. Heavy Work

• Exerting 50 to 100 pounds offorce occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently,and/or 10 to 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 move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess ofthose for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be onlya negligible 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 pushing and/orpulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requiresworking at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushingand/or pulling of materials even though the weight of thosematerials is negligible.

NOTE:

The constant stress and strain ofmaintaining a production rate pace, 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 withspecimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbenthas an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there maybe occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications orhazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport,storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/ordisposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure mayincrease depending on the essential job duties of the role. Are youready to make a difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does notconsider an individual an applicant until they have formallyapplied to the open position on this careers website. Individualswho reside in and will work from the following areas are noteligible for remote work position: Colorado, California,Washington, and New York. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our siteaccessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regardingthe accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodationto complete the application process, please contact our HR EmployeeSolution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) orcareers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodationrequests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status ofapplications. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunityand Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to the principlesof equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that isfree from discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion,pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions, national origin,ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, age,veteran status, military status, citizenship status, maritalstatus, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, genderidentity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation,unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected underapplicable federal, state or local law. These protections extend toapplicants and all employment related decisions. View the EEO isthe Law poster and its supplement, as well as the pay transparencypolicy for more information. Affirmative Action PolicyStatement