Radiology Technician

*Ochsner Health System is currently hiring Radiologic Technologists for multiple facilities in Shreveport, LA *

*\*\*Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available\*\**

*Facilities: *
* Academic Medical Center (Hospital)
* Shreveport Urgent Care (Clinic)
* Float - North Louisiana Region

*Total compensation will be discussed during the interview process*

*Schedule:*
* Day shift, Night shift, Weekends as needed

*Benefits: *
* *Relocation Assistance Available *
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* Short Term Disability
* Long Term Disability
* PTO (vacation, sick, personal days, paid holidays)
* Life Insurance
* Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
* Retirement Plan
* Paid Parental Leave

*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 equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol (may include placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs, urinary catheters, and administration of contrast).
* Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
* Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted.
* Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
* Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
* Performs other related duties as required.

*Qualifications:*
* Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.
* 3+ years ARRT(RT) experience experience preferred
* Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry eligible, registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 90 days of employment, and temporary state license required.
* Current unrestricted license in the state of practice.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
* Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.
* Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

*Physical Demands: *

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Heavy Work – Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
* Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
* The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
* Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

*About Ochsner: *

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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