(15h Left) MRI Technologist – Nights – $20k Sign on Bonus 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 maintainssafety in the MRI environment while assessing patients and safelyperforming routine MRI procedures in accordance with prescribedsafety procedures and protocols. Serves as a clinical mentor forjunior staff and students.

Hours:

Fri Sat Sun 730p to 8a EducationRequired

• High school diploma or equivalent. Work ExperienceRequired
• 6 months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience.

Preferred

• Clinical MRI experience. Certifications Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

ARRTregistered or unlimited state license OR Certification in anotherclinical imaging field (such as ARDMS or NMTCB) with associatedegree or bachelor degree in allied health field

OR ARRT, ARMRIT ORCAMRT

registered as an MR technologist with no experience. Advancedcertification in MRI required by an organization recognized by theACR Registry required within two years of employment. Preferred

• Advanced certification in MRI required by an organizationrecognized by the ACR Registry. Knowledge Skills and Abilities(KSAs)
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-basedapplications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skillsand ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of MRI procedures andtechnical language.
• Ability to work with and maintain strictconfidentiality, work efficiently and calmly under pressure, and bself-directed and function without direct supervision.
• Ability towork flexible schedule (such as nights, evenings, weekends,holidays, extended shifts, etc.) and travel throughout and betweenfacilities.
• General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Dopplerphysics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to thevarious disease states.
• Ability to preliminary identify stenosisor occlusion based on nationally published criteria.
• Ability toassist attending physicians with interventional proceduresrequiring ultrasonic guidance.
• Ability to provide care and/orsupport services in a manner consistent with the patient’s age,social, spiritual, and cultural needs and other specialconsideration. Job Duties
• Verifies physician order and procedureto ensure accuracy.
• Uses 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 required.

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. 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. Very Heavy Work

• Exerting in excess of 100pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds offorce frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantlyto move objects.

Physical Demand requirements are in excess ofthose for Heavy Work. (

Constantly:

activity or condition exists 2/3or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirementsare in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weightlifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated

LightWork:

(1) when it requires walking or standing to a significantdegree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time butentails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3)when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailingthe constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though theweight of those materials is negligible.

NOTE:

The constant stressand strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in anindustrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a workereven though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Dutiesperformed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid andtissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in anarea where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/orworks with specimens that could contain communicable diseases.

There may be an occupational risk for exposure to 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! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicantuntil they have formally applied to the open position on thiscareers website. Individuals who reside in and will work from thefollowing areas are not eligible for remote work position:

Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, NewYork, Washington, and Washington D.C. Ochsner Health endeavors tomake our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contactus regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need anaccommodation to complete the application process, please contactour HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1)or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is foraccommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about thestatus of applications. We are proud to be an Equal EmploymentOpportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed tothe principles of equal employment opportunity and providing aworkplace that is free from discrimination based on anycharacteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or locallaw. These protections extend to applicants and all employmentrelated decisions.