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Ochsner Health•Lafayette, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ochsner Health, founded in 1942, is committed to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating. The organization values its dedicated employees, recognizing their contribution to every achievement and patient served. Ochsner Health invites individuals to make a difference and discover their future within the organization, particularly in Allied Health Positions. This job description serves as a summary of primary duties and responsibilities and is subject to change at the company's discretion. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science. Copy of Transcript.
None.
Current license in the state of practice (if applicable).
ASCP, AMT or AAB certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist. Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004, must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.
Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
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.
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Demonstrates good judgement in performing duties and conflict resolution
Good interpersonal skills
Associates Degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science. - OR - military MLT certificate. Copy of Transcript.
ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification as Medical Lab Technician. Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.
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.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
Current physical therapy assistant license in state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry eligible, registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 90 days of employment, and temporary state license required.
Current unrestricted license in the state of practice.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.
Associate's Degree
Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Strong analytical skills.
Completion of a CAHEA approved formal training program in diagnostic medical sonography.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or registry eligible (required within 1 year of hire).
Advanced certification in area(s) of specialty according to facility need.
Knowledge of the anatomy of the liver, gallbladder, aorta, spleen, kidneys, bile ducts, and pancreas and ability to perform abdominal ultrasound and the pathology of these organs to provide radiologists with a preliminary diagnosis.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program or military program (Online surgical tech programs not accepted) OR 5 years of Surgical Technologist Experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.
Expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic techniques.
Knowledge of human anatomy, surgery procedures, and implementation instruments and technologies.
Basic analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

Hospital or Clinical Laboratory Testing experience.
Radiologic technology experience.
1 year of experience in a similar medical setting.
Certification in surgical technology.

Responsibilities

Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently without error, within established time frames.
Performs, analyzes and records quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting making judgments concerning results, and takes appropriate action necessary to maintain accuracy and precision. Escalates appropriately when results are out of control and ensures adequate documentation of corrective action.
Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintains an awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories by reviewing the most current checklist/standards. Follows safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements and follows protocol for proficiency testing of samples.
Participates in performance improvement opportunities by assisting in the collection and analysis of data and supports business development and cost reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
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.
Performs physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Communicates and documents any changes in patient's status and informs therapist of patient's reassessment.
Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies and procedures.
Participates in staff and committee projects.
Achieves established productivity levels set forth by administration.
Educates and trains others within discipline.
Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.
Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.
Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol (may include placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs, urinary catheters, and administration of contrast).
Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted.
Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
Performs diagnostic procedures.
Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
Attends staff meetings.
Performs direct patient care duties.
Organizes activities and supplies based on surgery schedule and daily needs of the department.
Competently cares for and provides services to patients/customers in specific relations to their age and developmental stage with supervision of the staff nurse.
Communicates information pertaining to patient care needs to patients, family members and co-workers.
Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
Adapts to rapid changes in the department caused by unit census, patient acuity and resource availability.