IR Technologist - Full Time - Evenings - No Call

Ochsner Health System; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking an IR Technologist for the evening/full-time shift with no call. The role collaborates with interventional radiologists and nurses, performing safe prep and scrubbing for procedures. Requires AMA-approved radiologic technology training, ARRT, LSRTBE licensure, and BLS.

Preferred candidates have 2 years in Interventional Radiology; strong data entry, patient communication, and teamwork skills are essential. OSHA and safety standards apply to daily operations.

Qualifications

• Completion of an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Required ARRT certification and LSRTBE licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred: 2 years experience in Interventional Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.
• Uses radiology information systems to facilitate patient care.
• Explains procedures to patients to ensure understanding.
• Independently operates imaging equipment according to protocol.
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure diagnostic quality.
• Performs timely quality control procedures per regulatory standards; notifies/remediates as needed.
• Assists in departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance).
• Adapts communication and approach for diverse patient populations.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT certification

LSRTBE licensure

Tools

Radiology Information Systems

Job description

IR Technologist - Full Time - Evenings - No Call

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, andinnovate.Webelieve 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!

In collaboration with interventional radiologists and nursing, this job, safely prepares for, and scrubs into interventional procedures. This job has advanced certification in Vascular Interventional Radiography and provides care in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures and protocols.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.

Education

Required -Completion of a Radiologic Technology program in an AMA approved school

Work Experience

Required -None

Preferred -2 year experience in Interventional Radiology

Certifications

Required -Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

Licensed by the Louisiana State Radiology Technology Board of Examiners (LSRTBE)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association

Preferred - Advanced certification in Vascular Interventional Radiology

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.

Job Duties

• 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.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

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.

Physical and Environmental Demands

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.

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.

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.