Radiologic Technologist - Urgent Care - Part Time - Thibodaux (Open)
Company: Ochsner Clinic Foundation
Location: Thibodaux
Posted on: August 6, 2022
Job Description:
This job provides individualized health care services, through
effective communication, including electronically, via phone, and
in person to assigned patients of diverse backgrounds and ages.
Works with team members to provide support to patients and
physicians during entirety of visit. Assesses patients and safely
performs routine radiographic procedures according to safety
procedures and protocols. Communicates with patient to ensure needs
are met timely and accurately. Accesses company's data systems to
document pertinent medical information. Acts as a clinical mentor
for junior staff and students.To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential duties.This job description
is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job
and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or
all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are
subject to change at the company's discretion.Education Required -
High School diploma or equivalentCompletion of a Radiologic
Technology program from an American Medical Association (AMA)
approved schoolWork ExperienceRequired - Experience working with
and maintaining confidential information including experience
working in a fast-paced environment with minimal
supervisionPreferred - Prior healthcare
experienceCertificationsRequired - Registered by the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Licensed by the
Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners in the state of
practiceBasic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart
AssociationKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry
and retrieval of information.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the
ability to present information clearly and professionally to
varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care
process.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various
software packages specific to role and keyboard.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must have strong customer service skills.Job Duties
- Supports and ensures the patient is prepared for the visit by
completing appropriate documentation, including patient
registration as needed, explaining procedure to patient's
understanding and patient's questions are answered prior to
leaving. After patient leaves, prepares room for next
appointment.
- Supports and ensures the provider is prepared for the visit by
verifying physician orders and procedures for accuracy.
- Independently operates equipment, including radiology
information systems to complete imaging procedure according to
protocol. This includes placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs,
urinary catheters, and administration of contrast to facilitate
care.
- 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,
including inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including
but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to
the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be
performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
- Other related duties as required.The above statements describe
the general nature and level of work only. They are not an
exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and
skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at
any time.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 with all such laws, regulations and standards.This
employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy
Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting
of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or
conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other
compliance-related concerns.The employer is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran
status, or disability status.Physical and Environmental DemandsThe
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force
occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or
greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move
objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of
the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in
excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted
may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work:
(1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree;
or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails
pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the
job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the
constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight
of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and
strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an
industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker
even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Duties
performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and
tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where
patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with
specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent
has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable
diseases.The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to
communicable diseases.
Keywords: Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans , Radiologic Technologist - Urgent Care - Part Time - Thibodaux (Open), Healthcare , Thibodaux, Louisiana
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