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LCMC Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist in Metairie, Louisiana. The role involves providing clinical services, demonstrating technical proficiency with x-ray equipment, and ensuring patient comfort. Responsibilities include evaluating test findings, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining safety protocols. Qualifications include ARRT certification, CPR certification, Louisiana Radiology Technologist license, and preferably three to five years of radiology experience. The position is day-shift and promotes a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• ARRT and CPR certification are mandatory.
• Must hold a State of Louisiana Radiology Technologist license.
• Preferred experience of three to five years in radiology.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical skills with x-ray equipment.
• Explain procedures to patients and ease their concerns.
• Evaluate critical test findings with radiologists if needed.
• Maintain quality control and safe environment.

Skills

Technical skills in x-ray equipment

Patient communication

Problem recognition

Data input and verification in PACS/RADIANT

Education

ARRT certification

CPR certification

Louisiana Radiology Technologist license

Three to five years radiology experience

Job description

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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 the 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical skills and knowledge in use of all x‑ray equipment, protocols, procedures and producing high quality exams.
• Explain procedure to patients/families and answer questions, ease anxiety, and address concerns.
• Recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and take appropriate action for a positive outcome.
• Evaluate critical test findings and review anatomic details and abnormalities on scans with radiologists if needed.
• Maintain supply levels.
• Clean and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, immediately report dangerous conditions to the appropriate person.
• Input and verify all data in PACS/RADIANT.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone and follow all quality control checks.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.

Qualifications

• ARRT and CPR certification.
• State of Louisiana Radiology Technologist license.
• Three to five years radiology experience (preferred).

Work Shift: Days (United States of America).

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.