Cardiovascular Radiologic Tech- Cardiac Cath Lab - PRN, Days

ochsner; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge is seeking a Radiology Technologist to operate the catheterization laboratory, monitor patient vitals, and assist the physician during procedures.

The role requires a Registered Radiologic Technologist, Louisiana license, BLS, and at least one year of radiology/angiography experience; on-call, PRN schedule with flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist with active license (Louisiana).
• At least 1 year radiology/angiography experience.
• BLS certification; ACLS preferred after hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate monitoring/recording devices under physician supervision.
• Use radiographic fluoroscopy to obtain diagnostic images.
• Prepare procedure rooms and equipment for the catheterization lab.
• Assist physician during procedures and verify imaging data transmission.

Skills

Radiology

Cardiovascular procedures

Patient monitoring

Communication

Windows applications

Education

High School Diploma

Registered Radiologic Technologist license

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification (preferred)

RCIS certification (preferred)

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job assumes responsibility for the operation of the catheterization laboratory. Operates diagnostic fluoroscopy equipment, monitors patient vitals, performs routine calculations, and assists the physician upon request. Prepares the procedure rooms, equipment, and patient for the procedure. Also assumes responsibility for the transmission and the verification of transmission of digital angiography procedures on the network database.

Location: Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge
Schedule: PRN position with call required

Education

• Required - High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• Required - 1 year radiology and angiography experience in order to become familiar with cardiovascular procedures

Certifications

• Required - Registered Radiologic Technologist or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist
• Current Louisiana and ARRT license
• Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support through the American Heart Association can be obtained after hired.
• Preferred - RCIS certification

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• 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.
• Detail-oriented; experience performing complex tasks which may be hazardous to the patient's welfare and skills to detect equipment malfunctions.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal/external visitors in a highly stressful atmosphere.
• An interest and curiosity to learn new procedures.
• Knowledge of Heart and Vascular catheterization.

Job Duties

• Operates monitoring and recording devices under physician direction to obtain necessary medical data and ensure patient safety.
• Operates Radiographic fluoroscopy equipment to obtain diagnostic images of coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease.
• Orders equipment in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Turns on all of the radiographic equipment in the AM.
• Assists nurse in checking patient in.
• 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.

Physical and Environmental 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.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 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. NOTE: 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.

Must be able to move throughout and between facilities.

Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.

Must be able to work flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the

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