Cardiovascular Radiologic Tech- Cath Lab - PRN, Days

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Radiologic Technologist for the catheterization laboratory in a PRN role with call requirements.

The ideal candidate will perform fluoroscopy, assist physicians, prepare rooms and equipment, and ensure patient safety. Requires ARRT or CVT, LA license, and BLS; ACLS may be obtained after hire; RCIS preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires 1 year radiology/angiography experience to become familiar with cardiovascular procedures.
• Current Louisiana and ARRT license; Registered Radiologic Technologist or Cardiovascular Technologist.
• BLS certification; ACLS can be obtained after hire; RCIS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates monitoring and recording devices under physician direction to obtain patient data and ensure safety.
• Operates radiographic fluoroscopy equipment to obtain diagnostic images of cardiovascular disease.
• Orders equipment in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Turn on all radiographic equipment in the morning.
• Assist nurse in patient check-in and room preparation.
• Maintain professional communication with diverse staff and patients.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Cardiovascular knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Radiology software

PACS

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

Radiologic Technologist, Radiology Technologist, Rad Tech, Cardiovascular Rad Tech, Cardiac Cath Lab Tech, Cardiac Catheterization Technologist, Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, Cardiac Interventional Radiographer

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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