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. Sign on Bonus $10,000 Responsibilities Essential functions include providing clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions. Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS and, if needed, reviews scans with Radiologists to identify important anatomic detail and areas of abnormalities. Confirms patient identity, body part, and body side for every patient prior to the procedure. Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies to ensure patient safety: Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient’s chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination. Explains procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation. Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and take appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome. Responds and follows up on critical test findings. Acquires and evaluates patient lab values to make sure 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 the safety of patients and employees: Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical and mechanical hazards. Troubleshoots malfunctions and reports dangerous conditions promptly. Maintains a clean, orderly work area. Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level, and supports supply maintenance and utilization. Cleans and disinfects equipment and maintains linen supplies 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 washes hands before and after each patient contact. Adheres to hospital policy on body substance isolation. Always wears film badge on duty and follows departmental badge policy for badge results. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations: Records required information on requisitions accurately and legibly. Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned. Inputs and verifies all data in PACS/RADIANT. Qualifications Education: Associates degree from an accredited institution or a two-year certification program in accredited Radiologic Technology or equivalent (including training from United States Armed Forces). License/Certification: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS). Active license or temporary permit issued by the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners (LSRTBE). Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT(R)). Work Details Work Shift: Variable Hours (United States of America) About Us 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. Extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. 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