Cath Lab Tech Senior

100 LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health in New Orleans seeks a licensed Radiologic Technologist to perform X-ray imaging in the Cath Lab and related procedures. You will ensure image quality, patient comfort, and strict adherence to radiation safety while supporting the care team.

This role requires 2 years of radiology experience, a valid LSRT license, ARRT VI/CV and BLS credentials. You will participate in equipment calibration, warming up routines, and fast, accurate documentation of exams and charges.

Qualifications

• Two years of X-ray, cath lab or radiology procedures experience.
• Radiologic Technologist license (LSRT) required.
• ARRT VI/CV and BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality images with proper immobilization and collimation.
• Process films and transfer to archival system within 1 hour.
• Perform calibration and warming procedures to meet specs.
• Maintain radiation safety and monitor patient exposure.

Skills

X-ray

Cath Lab

Radiology procedures

Education

LSRT License

ARRT VI/CV

BLS Certification

Job description

GENERAL DUTIES

Produces Images of Desired Quality: Accomplishes all positions that are related to each procedure without error and applies immobilization devices for patient comfort. Selects proper technique factor and produces images of desired quality. Responsible for processing film, producing no artifacts that will cause deficiencies in the results. Produces subtraction print and/or film duplication upon request, without error in a timely manner. Ensures that all film and records pertaining to the procedure are transferred to the archival system within (1) hour upon completion of exam. Performs calibration test to satisfy density factors and to meet correct specifications prior to utilization that guarantees no discrepancies in the results. Performs proper warming up procedures in a manner that will not result in damage to equipment. Understands and applies Radiation Protection procedures daily to eliminate excessive radiation to the patient and other individuals in the room. Responsible for individual radiation exposure not exceeding standards set by the National Committee on Radiation. Demonstrates borders on all images and uses collimation devices to eliminate excessive radiation. Assists in delivery of care and accepts responsibility of authority: Arms the syringe and assists the physician in the delivery of contrast media without error. Arms the injector for delivery of contrast media, has a general knowledge of the injector, and is able to identify malfunctions and corrective action. Recognizes life threatening situations and acts accordingly to assist members of the health care team. Questions all female patients of child‑bearing years for possibility of pregnancy. Transports patients as necessary and transfers patients to the table without patient complaint. Assists in the use of a variety of equipment or procedures not routinely taught. Accepts Lead Tech responsibility in their absence and performs in a manner that will not produce any complaints. Assists and evaluates students and support personnel in their activities to insure proper care is provided without deficiencies in the film quality and/or complaints. Attends in‑service lectures and reads routine or professional literature such as bulletin boards daily, journals periodically and seeks resources as necessary; and request and attends appropriate out‑of‑house educational offerings as they pertain to the position. Seeks additional information as needed and makes suggestions to improve the established manual. Seeks assistance for complex or non‑routine learning needs from the Lead Tech or appropriate authority. Participates in sterile technique presentations and applies daily. Proper documentation of records and charges: Appropriately documents the procedure in the case event log ensuring appropriate chronology of events and a complete record of all supplies utilized. Ensures all films are properly identified in accordance with the department policy without error producing no complaints. Status as "IN PROCESS" exams performed prior to or within (5) minutes of ordering exam. Provides adequate information on the exam request without error. Documents in a timely fashion all pertinent information relative to the patient’s care and charges accordingly. Maintains all Hospital Equipment utilized: Inspects, maintains, and cleans all equipment on a daily basis in a manner that will not cause damage or excessive wear; and removes damaged equipment and reports same to appropriate personnel for corrective action. Ensures that all equipment is properly secured which will not produce loss or damage while not in use. Accepts special projects and accomplishes each assignment without error within the specified time as directed. Ensures that the Director is informed of any situation that may produce staff, patient, or physician complaint prior to the complaint being received, and ensures that the Director has all the facts and circumstances on any issue that may result in a complaint. Notifies Lead Tech of his/her presence within (7) minutes upon arriving in the department.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

2 years of experience X-ray, Cath Lab, or radiology special procedures training

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Radiologic Technologist license by the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners. (LSRT) Vascular Interventional Radiology Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (VI) (CV) American Heart Association, BLS.

WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America)

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Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size‑fits‑all, think one‑of‑a‑kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do
• You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

About LCMC Health One‑of‑a‑kind care comes from one‑of‑a‑kind people. At LCMC Health, our people are the magic ingredient that makes our care so extra‑extraordinary. We are compassionate, driven, and dedicated to bringing a little something extra to healthcare and to the people of New Orleans and beyond. If you’re the kind of person who believes that our community deserves the best and that healthcare needs a little more heart, we want you to be a part of our family. From medical roles to administrative positions, every person on our team plays a part in our mission: to provide health, care, and education beyond extraordinary. Let’s make every day extraordinary, together.