Radiologic Technologist - PRN - Baton Rouge Hospital

Ochsner Health • Baton Rouge, LA

101d • Remote

About The Position

This job is responsible for assessing patients and safely performing routine radiographic procedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. This job is a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

Requirements

• Completion of a Radiologic Technology program in an AMA approved school
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry eligible
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 90 days of employment
• Current license in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
• Strong interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy
• Utilizes 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.)
• 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
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree