Diagnostic Radiographer

Certification Name: Radiology Technician

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.

Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS and if needed reviews scans with the Radiologists as to important anatomic detail and areas of abnormalities. Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies, to ensure the safety of the patient:

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.

Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees:

Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical and mechanical hazards.

Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person. Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization.

Cleans and disinfects equipment maintains supply of linen in the room.

Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements:

Participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies.

Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation.

Always wears film badge while on duty, follows departmental policy for badge results

Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations:

Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned. Inputs and verifies all data in PACS/RADIANT.

Clinical training received in Radiologic Technologist program (CHNOLA/EJGH)

Required: High School Diploma / GED or equivalent (EJGH)

Certification Name: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider

Licensure Speciality: Training Certification

Certification Name: Radiography Certification

American Registry of Radiologic Technologist

Certification Name: Radiology Technician

Clinical training received in Radiologic Technologist program

Lifting Floor to waist level: Lifting Floor to waist level: 10-20lbs - Frequent (36-66% of day)

Lifting Floor to waist level: 20-50lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)

Lifting Floor to waist level: 50-100lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)

Work Shift

Weekends (United States of America)

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About University Medical Center

University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.

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