Radiologic Technologist-New Pay Rates $10,000 Sign on Bonus

100 LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to join their team. This role involves performing high-quality radiologic exams, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment in optimal condition. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical proficiency with x-ray equipment and possess strong communication skills to interact effectively with patients. With a commitment to community health, this organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact patient care. If you are passionate about radiology and patient support, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus of $10,000

Health Insurance

Flexible Hours

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent required.
• Active Louisiana State Radiologic Technology License needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services according to radiology standards.
• Maintain equipment and ensure patient safety during procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients and document clinical history.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Technical Proficiency in X-ray

Quality Control

Education

Associates degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

PACS

Job description

Radiologic Technologist-New Pay Rates $10,000 Sign on Bonus

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locations University Medical Center

time type Full time

posted on Posted 4 Days Ago

job requisition id JR0025067

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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 procedure.

Sign on Bonus $10,000

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Essential Functions:

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 procedure.

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

Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies, to ensure the safety of the patient:

1. Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient’s chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination.
2. Explains procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation.
3. Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and take appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.
4. Responds and follows up on critical test findings.

Acquires and evaluates patient lab values to make sure they are within normal limits (BUN, CR, pregnancy, glucose) when applicable.

Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees:

1. Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical and mechanical hazards.
2. Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person. Maintains work area in a clean, orderly fashion.
3. Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization.
4. Cleans and disinfects equipment and maintains supply of linen in the room.

Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements:

1. Participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies.
2. Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures, practices aseptic techniques and always washes hands before and after each patient contact.
3. Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation.
4. Always wears film badge while on duty, follows departmental policy for badge results.

Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations:

1. Consistently, accurately and legibly records the required information on the requisition.
2. Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned. Inputs and verifies all data in PACS/RADIANT.

Must Haves

Job Qualifications:

Education:
Associates degree from an accredited institution or two-year certification program in accredited Radiologic Technology or equivalent (including training from United States Armed Forces).

License/Certification:
American Heart Association Basic Life Support-BLS
Active License or temporary permit issued by the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners (LSRTBE)
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT(R)

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.

WORK SHIFT:

Variable Hours (United States of America)

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Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary.

About University Medical Center

University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.

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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.

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