Ochsner LSU Health · 4 months ago
IR technologist - St. Mary
Shreveport, LA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelOchsner LSU Health is seeking an IR Technologist to safely prepare for and assist in interventional procedures alongside interventional radiologists and nursing staff. The role involves ensuring compliance with radiation safety procedures while providing care and facilitating departmental operations.
Health CareHospitalMedical
Responsibilities
Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy
Utilizes radiology information systems to facilitate care
Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding
Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol
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
Qualification
Required
Completion of an approved radiologic technology program
None
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
Preferred
Interventional Radiology Experience
Advanced Certification In Vascular Interventional Radiology
Company
Ochsner LSU Health
Ochsner LSU Health operates in the hospital and health care industry.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Mangin
Chief Executive Officer
Corwin Nathaniel H.
Chief Executive Officer
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