Radiologic Technologist

LCMC Health-posted about 2 months ago
Full-time
New Orleans, LA
501-1,000 employees
Hospitals
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The CT/X-Ray Technologist performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. This position performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.

  • Provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions.
  • Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all CT/X-ray and peripheral equipment and performance of all CT/X-ray protocols and procedures.
  • Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing high quality scans demonstrating the requested anatomical part within the appropriate length of time for the procedure type.
  • Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS.
  • Reviews scans with the Radiologist as to important anatomical detail and areas of abnormalities.
  • Provides and performs training in accordance to the hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Assesses and evaluates the trainee and provides feedback to the Radiology Manager.
  • Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies and procedures, 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.
  • Explains procedure to patients and patient's family members.
  • 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 or mechanical hazards.
  • Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person.
  • Maintains work area in a clean orderly fashion.
  • 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.
  • Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures, practices aseptic techniques and always washes hands before and after each patient contact.
  • Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation.
  • Always wears film badge while on duty, follows departmental procedures for badge results.
  • Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations.
  • Consistently, accurately and legibly records the required information on the requisition.
  • Always pulls previous films, exams and reports, accurately records the required information on the film jacket and performs other file room duties as required.
  • Charges for the procedures.
  • Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned.
  • Inputs and verifies all data is sent and verified in PACS/RIS.
  • Demonstrates safety for patients, staff and self as outlined in department and hospital protocols and regulatory guidelines.
  • Recognizes emergent situations and responds appropriately.
  • Calls codes (x8585) when needed.
  • Observes and monitors patient's vital signs.
  • Monitors medical equipment attached to the patient during the radiographic procedure.
  • Basic Life Support HeartSaver & First Aid (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association
  • Radiography Certification (ARRT) - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
  • Radiology Technician (ARRT) - Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board Of Examiners (LSRTBE)
  • Sign on Bonus 10,000
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