Vascular Radiology Technologist

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Job description

Ochsner is currently seeking a Vascular Radiology Technologist to join their team in New Orleans, LA!

$20,000 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!

Job Summary:

This position will have a prominent role supporting a state-of-the-art hybrid OR. This role will provide an opportunity to become an integral part of an experienced vascular surgery group of 7 performing the full gamut of endovascular procedures, including complex thoracic and abdominal aortic repairs, carotid stenting, mesenteric interventions, lower extremity interventions, venous interventions and dialysis access maintenance.

Total compensation will be discussed during the interview process

Schedule: All shifts available

Benefits:
Relocation Assistance Available!
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

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.
Leads departmental programs, protocol development, system standardization, competency validation, safety programs, accreditation, and quality/efficiency initiatives.
Assists in the orientation and training of junior staff; provides feedback to annual staff evaluations.
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)
2+ years of experience with Vascular Radiology - (required)
1+ years of surgical experience - (preferred)
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - _ARRT registration required within 90 days of employment_
Licensed by the Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners in the state of practice - (required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association - (required)
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.
Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
(Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.
The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
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 diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all 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

Work Location: In person

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