Multi-Modality Technologist PRN-CT/XR

Your job is more than a job.

The Multi-Modality Imaging Technologist provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal departmental functions. Demonstrates and implements skills and knowledge in using all radiographic and/or CT/MR equipment, following all related protocols and procedures. Engages in producing high quality imaging exams/images within the appropriate length of time for required radiologic procedure. Maintains compliance with hospital policies and procedures.

Why a Great Place to Work

You’re more than your job. Everyone is. And that’s what makes you great at your job—all the little extras you bring to work every day, the things that make you you. At LCMC Health we value those things about you, because we know that all those little extras add up to extraordinary. And we’ve built a culture that supports and celebrates the extraordinary. You’ll see it when you come to work here, in the spirit of our places and the faces of our people. And every patient we heal, every family we comfort, every life we improve is the outcome of countless little extras adding up to an extraordinary result. Join LCMC Health, and you’ll find that our everyday makes it easy to live your extraordinary.

GENERAL DUTIES

Quality:

• Confirms patient's identity, body part and body side for every patient prior to the imaging procedure.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of radiology equipment and procedures and engages in producing quality radiographic exams.
• If needed, reviews exams with the radiologists as to important anatomic detail and areas of abnormalities.

Patient Care and Safety:

• Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies.
• Communicates with patients to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient’s chart to assist in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination.
• Explains procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation.
• 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.
• Acquires and evaluates patient lab values to ensure they are within acceptable limits when applicable. Responds and follows up on critical test findings.

Safety:

• Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat, clean and safe condition. Cleans and disinfects equipment maintains supply of linen in the room.
• Ensures safety of patients and employees. Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical and mechanical hazards.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions and reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person.
• Checks stock supply levels and maintains supplies at par level and assists with supply maintenance and utilization.

Responsibility:

• Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements.
• Participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies.
• Maintains proper sterile or aseptic technique for procedures as indicated.
• Always washes hands before and after each patient contact.
• Adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation.

Performance:

• Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operation.
• Inputs and verifies all data in EMR (EPIC) and PACS/RIS.
• Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: 1 year of experience as a registered technologist.
• Required: 1 year of CT or MRI technology experience

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Associates Degree from an accredited institution or 2-year certification program in Radiologic Technology (including training from United States Armed Forces).

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LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider
• Required: Limited Lab License (WJMC)
• Required: Two advanced modality registries required (MRI, CT, US, Mammography)

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)

LCMC Health is a community.

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

Children’s Hospital, at the heart of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for expert children’s health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. Learn more about Children’s Hospital’s40+ specialtiesand our national ranking by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Children's Hospital

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart. 
• Give people a reason to smile. 
• Put a little love in your work. 
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.  
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. 
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. 
• See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. 
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. 
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

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.

Simple things make the difference.

1.To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.

2.To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 

3.To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.

4.To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.