Mammographer – River Parishes – PRN 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! In collaborationwith staff radiologists, this job possesses advanced certificationin Mammography and assesses patients and safely performs advancedbreast imaging procedures in accordance with prescribed radiationsafety procedures and protocols. Serves as a clinical mentor forjunior staff and students. Education Required

• Completion of anapproved Radiologic Technology program. Work Experience Preferred
• Mammography experience. Certifications Required
• Registered by theAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) OR AmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry eligible,registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT) within 90 days of employment, and temporary state licenserequired.

Current unrestricted license in the state of practice.

Advanced certification in mammography within 1 year ofhire/transfer. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification fromthe American Heart Association. 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.
• Ability to travel throughout andbetween facilities. Job Duties
• Verifies physician order andprocedure to ensure accuracy.
• Uses radiology information systemsto facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensureunderstanding.
• Independently operates equipment to completeimaging procedure according to protocol.
• Reviews patient imagesprior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic qualitystandards.
• Completes timely quality control procedures inaccordance with regulatory standards and performingnotification/remediation as warranted.
• Assists in thefacilitation 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. Remains andcomplies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards ofConduct, including the immediate reporting of any known orsuspected 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. The physical demands described hereare representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work

• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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Constantly:

activityor condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects.

Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for SedentaryWork. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligibleamount, a job should be rated

Light Work:

(1) when it requireswalking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when itrequires 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. There may be anoccupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Becausethe incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may beoccupational 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, Hawaii,Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington,and Washington D.C. 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. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to any legally protected class, including protectedveterans and individuals with disabilities.