Technologist (Mammography)

State of Louisiana; Independence (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center in Southeast Louisiana is seeking a PRN Radiologic Technologist to perform mammography in the Radiology Department.

The role requires a current Louisiana Radiologic Technologist license or temporary permit; duties include routine X-ray imaging, image verification, documentation in RIS/EMR, equipment checks, and on-call coverage. Pay starts at $31.00/hour with premium/on-call pay opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana Radiologic Technologist license or temporary permit required.
• PRN Radiology Technologist role focusing on mammography.
• Experience with RIS/EMR documentation and image verification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine x-ray imaging services including portable and specialized modalities as licensed.
• Verify images are correctly matched to patient and of diagnostic quality.
• Enter documentation in RIS and EMR; select and operate appropriate equipment.
• Conduct daily radiographic equipment checks and safety procedures.
• Attend required in-services and training; participate in on-call coverage as needed.

Skills

Mammography

Radiology

Education

Louisiana Radiologic Technologist license or temporary permit

Job description

Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center is a 24-bed acute care critical access hospital serving the Florida Parishes region of Southeast Louisiana. We offer a wide range of services including general surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. At Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center, we are able to bring you a wide range of services close to home, provided by a network of board certified physicians.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center is seeking a PRN Technologist to perform mammograms in the Radiology Department!

Minimum Qualifications :

Possession of a current Louisiana Radiologic Technologist license or temporary permit.

Job Duties and Other Information :

Job Duties:

The Technologist (PRN) is a position within the Radiology Department. The function of this position is to perform a variety of specialized technical procedures that require the usage of mammogram technology.

• Perform routine x-ray imaging services, during the shifts assigned, to include portable, C-Arm Surgery procedures and one or more specialized modalities such as CT, MRI or Mammography, as allowed through the scope of their license/credentials.
• Verify that digital images are properly matched to the patient and that image quality is acceptable for interpretation.
• Enter necessary and pertinent documentation into the RIS and org-wide electronic medical record. Select and operate equipment and accessories as appropriate for the patient and procedure ordered.
• Perform daily equipment checks as required, to ensure that radiographic equipment is safe and ready to use.
• Attend educational In-services, Mandatory Training and Annual Review as required by hospital policy and procedure or deemed necessary by supervisor.
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned to include shift or on-call coverage

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Unclassified PRN

Work Schedule: Work hours vary and will be set by Manager.

Compensation: This position offers a base pay rate of $31.00 per hour and is also eligible for premium pay, certification pay, and on call pay.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.