Radiologic Technologist

Overview Your job is more than a job. The Radiologic Technologist provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions. Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all x‑ray equipment and performance of all x‑ray protocols and procedures. Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing high‑quality exams within the appropriate length of time for procedure. Schedule & Compensation Week1: Fri. and Sat.3p‑7:30a Week2: Tues.8‑4:30 Wed.7a‑11:30p Thurs.8‑4:30 Sign on Bonus:$10,000. Day to Day. General Duties Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS and, if needed, reviews scans with the Radiologists as to important anatomic detail and areas of abnormalities. Confirms patient identity, body part, and body side for every patient prior to the procedure. Administers patient‑care practices according to department and hospital policies to ensure safety. Communicates effectively with patients to obtain clinical history/informed consent and to assist the physician in optimizing examination performance and interpretation. Explains procedure to patients/families, answers questions to ease anxiety and assure cooperation. Recognizes clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and takes appropriate action to resolve them. Responds to and follows up on critical test findings. Acquires and evaluates patient lab values to ensure they are within normal limits (BUN, CR, pregnancy, glucose) when applicable. Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure safety of patients and employees: checks and inspects suite, equipment, and accessories daily for physical and mechanical hazards; troubleshoots malfunctions; reports dangerous conditions promptly. Keeps work area clean and orderly. Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level, and displays effort in supply maintenance and utilization. Cleans and disinfects equipment and maintains linen supply in the room. Maintains quality‑control checks in accordance with policy requirements: participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies. Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures, practices aseptic techniques, and always washes hands before and after each patient contact. Strictly adheres to hospital policy on body‑substance isolation. Always wears film badge while on duty and follows departmental policy for badge results. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations: records required information on requisition accurately and legibly, performs other routine clerical duties as assigned, and inputs and verifies all data in PACS/RADIANT. Licenses & Certifications Required: • Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) – American Heart Association • Radiology Technician (ARRT) – Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board Of Examiners (LSRTBE) Qualifications Preferred: Appropriate clinical training in a Radiologic Technologist program and healthcare experience as a radiology technologist. Reporting Relationships Does this position formally supervise employees? No. Functional Demands Medium physical requirements: Exerting 20–50pounds of force occasionally, 10–25pounds of force frequently, and >10pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements exceed those for light work. Sitting – occasional (0–35% of day). Standing – frequent (36–66% of day). Walking – frequent (36–66% of day). Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – occasional (0–35% of day). Lifting (floor to waist level): 0–10lbs – continuous (67–100% of day); 10–20lbs – frequent (36–66% of day); 20–50lbs – occasional (0–35% of day); 50–100lbs – occasional (0–35% of day). Lifting (waist level and above): 0–10lbs – frequent (36–66% of day); 10–20lbs – occasional (0–35% of day). Carrying objects – frequent (36–66% of day). Push/pull, twisting, bending, reaching forward, reaching overhead – frequent (36–66% of day). Squat/kneel/crawl – occasional (0–35% of day). Wrist position deviation, pinching/fine motor activities, keyboard use/repetitive motion – frequent (36–66% of day). Taste or smell – occasional (0–35% of day). Talk or hear – continuous (67–100% of day). Work Shift Weekends (United States of America). EEO Statement LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr