Radiologic Technologist: Impactful Imaging & Mentorship

ochsner; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a radiologic technologist to assess and perform routine radiographic procedures, mentor junior staff, and participate in quality control and safety processes across facilities.

The role requires completion of an approved radiologic technology program, ARRT certification or registry-eligibility, a current state license, and BLS. Flexibility for a 24/7 schedule and travel between Ochsner facilities is expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.
• ARRT certification/registry eligibility and ability to obtain registry or license within state.
• Current unrestricted license in the state of practice and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.
• Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Independently operates imaging equipment according to protocol (may include placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs, urinary catheters, and administration of contrast).
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure diagnostic quality.
• Completes timely quality control procedures and notifies/remediates as needed.
• Assists in departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance).
• Adapts communication and approach to different patient populations and maintains patient privacy.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility & travel

Education

ARRT certification/registry eligibility

Current unrestricted state license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Radiology Information Systems (RIS)

Radiology equipment operation

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a radiologic technologist to assess and perform routine radiographic procedures, mentor junior staff, and participate in quality control and safety processes across facilities.

The role requires completion of an approved radiologic technology program, ARRT certification or registry-eligibility, a current state license, and BLS. Flexibility for a 24/7 schedule and travel between Ochsner facilities is expected.