Radiologic Technologist Specialist (Inpatient) – Full Time – Jeff Hwy – Incentive Available 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 assesses patients and safely performing advanced radiographicprocedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures andprotocols. Leads departmental programs, acts as a clinical mentorfor junior staff and students, and assumes routine supervisoryduties in the absence of the team leader.

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. This job 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. EducationRequired•Completion of a radiologictechnology program in an AMA approved school.

WorkExperienceRequired•5 years of radiologic technologistexperience.

CertificationsRequired•Registered by the AmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).Licensed by theRadiologic Technology Board of Examiners in state of practice.

BasicLife Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

KnowledgeSkills and Abilities (KSAs) Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-basedapplications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and abilityto present information clearly and professionally. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend,holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and betweenfacilities.

Job Duties Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy. Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care. Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding. Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedureaccording to protocol (may include placement of nasogastric tubes,IVs, urinary catheters, and administration of contrast). 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. Leads departmental programs, protocol development, systemstandardization, competency validation, safety programs,accreditation, and quality/efficiency initiatives. Assists in the orientation and training of junior staff;provides feedback to annual staff evaluations. 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 required.

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. (

Constantly:

activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to moveobjects. Physical demand requirements are 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 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 performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluidand tissue.

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 diseases. There may be anoccupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseasesBecausethe 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.

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