Interventional Radiology Technologist

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Job description

$25,000 Sign On Bonus

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Total compensation will be discussed during the interview process

Schedule:
All shifts available
On-Call Required
Must be within 30-minute drive of the facility in Gretna, LA

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
PTO (vacation, sick, personal days, paid holidays)
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Relocation Assistance Available!

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.
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.
Other related duties as required.

Qualifications:
Completion of a Radiologic Technology program in an AMA approved school - (required)
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) - _ARRT registration required within 90 days of employment_
Licensed by the Louisiana State Radiology Technology Board of Examiners (LSRTBE) - (required)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association - (required)
1+ year experience in Interventional Radiology - (required)
Advanced certification in Vascular Interventional Radiology - (preferred)
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.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

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.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Schedule:
On call

Work Location: In person

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