Radiologic Technologist-Kings Hwy
Ochsner LSU Health · Shreveport, LA · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
This position assesses patients and safely performs routine radiographic procedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. Serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.
Responsibilities
- 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 procedure according to protocol (may include placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs, urinary catheters, and administration of contrast).
- Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
- Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performs notification/remediation as warranted.
- Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanation of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and communication style.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance.
Requirements
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR ARRT registry eligible, registered within 90 days of employment.
- Temporary state license required.
- Current unrestricted license in the state of practice.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.
- Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to 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 between facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Radiologic Technology experience.
Physical and Environmental Demands
- Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue.
- Works in a patient care area, directly with patients, and/or with specimens that could contain diseases.
- Occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment.