Radiologic Technologist

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Meridian, MS

12d

About The Position

This job is responsible for assessing patients and safely performing routine radiographic procedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. The Radiologic Technologist also serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students. The role requires compliance with current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to the assigned area, as well as the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. This description summarizes the primary duties and may be changed or expanded at the employer’s discretion.

Requirements

Completion of a Radiologic Technology program in an AMA-approved school.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry eligible.
Registered by the ARRT within 90 days of employment.
Current license in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and information retrieval.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software packages, and keyboarding.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of heavy work, including exerting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects; mechanical lifting devices or team lifts should be used.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including 24/7 coverage, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Ability to stoop, bend, reach, grab with arms and hands, and perform manual dexterity tasks.
Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods.
Ability to work with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, patients, and specimens that may contain communicable diseases, and potential exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste in the healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Verify physician orders and procedures to assure accuracy.
Use radiology information systems to facilitate care.
Explain procedures to patients to ensure understanding.
Independently operate equipment to complete imaging procedures according to protocol, which may include placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs, and urinary catheters, and administration of contrast.
Review patient images before transmission to ensure they meet diagnostic quality standards.
Complete timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and perform notification or remediation as warranted.
Assist with departmental operations, including inventory, staff schedules, and equipment maintenance.
Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, adapting explanations, requesting permissions, and using an appropriate communication style.
Mentor junior staff and students.
Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required.