PRN- Radiology Technologist

100 LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Radiology Technologist to deliver high-quality clinical services. The role involves using advanced x-ray equipment, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with radiologists. This position is perfect for someone passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a supportive team environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values compassion and excellence in healthcare, and make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Healthcare Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Clinical training in a Radiologic Technologist program preferred.
• Healthcare experience as a radiology technologist is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards.
• Maintains equipment and exam rooms in a safe condition.
• Performs quality control checks and adheres to safety policies.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

Patient Care

PACS Knowledge

Quality Control

Education

Clinical training in Radiologic Technologist program

Tools

PACS

Job description

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PRN- Radiology Technologist

Apply locations New Orleans East Hospital | time type Part time | posted on Posted 2 Days Ago | job requisition id JR0026587

Your job is more than a job.

The Radiologic Technologist provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions. Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all x-ray equipment and performance of all x-ray protocols and procedures. Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing high quality exams within the appropriate length of time for the procedure.

Day to Day

GENERAL DUTIES

Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS and reviews scans with Radiologists as needed, focusing on important anatomic details and abnormalities. Confirms patient identity, body part, and body side for every patient prior to the procedure.

Provides patient care according to department and hospital policies to ensure safety: communicates effectively with patients, obtains clinical history/informed consent, explains procedures, and answers questions to ease anxiety and ensure cooperation. Recognizes clinical or emergent problems, takes appropriate action, and follows up on critical test findings. Evaluates lab values (BUN, CR, pregnancy, glucose) when applicable to ensure they are within normal limits.

Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition: inspects for hazards, troubleshoots malfunctions, reports dangerous conditions, maintains supplies, and disinfects equipment.

Performs quality control checks as per policy: participates in QC and PI programs, maintains sterile technique, practices aseptic techniques, and adheres to body substance isolation policies. Wears film badge and follows departmental badge policies.

Completes ancillary tasks for departmental efficiency: records information accurately, performs clerical duties, and inputs/verifies data in PACS/RADIANT.

Must Haves

Education and Experience Qualifications

• Preferred: Clinical training in a Radiologic Technologist program and healthcare experience as a radiology technologist.

Licenses and Certifications

• Required: BLS (CPR) from American Heart Association
• Required: ARRT certification from Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board Of Examiners

Reporting Relationships

• This position does not supervise employees.

Functional Demands

• Medium physical requirements: exerting 20-50 lbs occasionally, 10-25 lbs frequently, or greater than negligible up to 10 lbs constantly. Physical demands exceed Light Work.

Physical Demands

• Sitting: Occasional
• Standing and Walking: Frequent
• Climbing: Occasional
• Lifting: varies by weight and frequency as detailed
• Carrying, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching, and other motions: as detailed
• Communication: Continuous (talk or hear)

Work Shift:

Variable Hours (United States of America)

About New Orleans East Hospital

Since 2014, New Orleans East Hospital has been a trusted healthcare leader in the community, embodying our mission of superior care with kindness, concern, and a welcoming spirit. Recognized with a Leapfrog 'Grade A' Hospital Safety rating.

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems.
• 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 regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

The above summary describes the general nature and level of work. Responsibilities may change to meet organizational needs.