Radiologic Technologist - Jefferson Hwy - 12 HR Rotating Shifts - Days - FT

Company: Ochsner Health
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: September 14, 2020

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 the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!This job performs general radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Performs a variety of technical procedures applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis to produce quality radiographs and scans for interpretation.Education

Required - Completion of a formal training program

Radiologic Technology program in an AMA approved school

Work Experience

Required - None.

Certifications

Required - Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within one year of employment

Licensure by the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

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• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• 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 have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
• Knowledge of sterile techniques
  
  Job Duties
  
  --- Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
  
  --- Identifies patient with 100% accuracy, introduces self to patient, and explains procedure to patient.
  
  --- Performs routine radiographic procedures for physician interpretation.
  
  --- Uses computer systems to document, process and verify information.
  
  --- Maintains equipment and assures availability of inventory items.
  
  --- 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.
  
  Ochsner 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 Demands
  
  The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
  
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