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LCMC Health

Nonprofit health system delivering hospital care

X-ray Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew Orleans, LA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Clinical training received in a Radiologic Technologist program.
  • An Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology is required for CHNOLA, NOEH, Touro, and UMC.
  • A High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required for EJGH.
  • A Basic Life Support Health Care Provider certification issued by the American Heart Association is required.
  • Radiography Certification issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists is required.
  • Radiology Technician licensure from the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners is required.
  • The role requires medium physical work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.
  • The role requires frequent standing, walking, carrying, pushing/pulling, twisting, bending, reaching, wrist deviation, fine-motor activity, and keyboard or repetitive motion; continuous talking or hearing; and occasional climbing, lifting heavier objects, squatting, kneeling, or crawling.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions.
  • Use all X-ray equipment and perform all X-ray protocols and procedures.
  • Produce high-quality examinations within the appropriate time for each procedure.
  • Use the Picture Archiving and Communication System and review scans with radiologists when needed to identify important anatomic details and abnormalities.
  • Confirm patient identity, body part, and body side before every procedure.
  • Communicate with patients to obtain clinical history and informed consent from the patient or chart to support examination performance and interpretation.
  • Explain procedures to patients and families and answer questions to ease anxiety and ensure cooperation.
  • Recognize clinical or emergent problems that may interfere with examinations, take appropriate action, and produce the best possible outcome.
  • Respond to and follow up on critical test findings.
  • Acquire and evaluate applicable patient laboratory values, including blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, pregnancy, and glucose results, to confirm they are within normal limits.
  • Inspect the suite, equipment, and accessories daily for physical and mechanical hazards.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions and immediately report dangerous conditions to the appropriate person.
  • Maintain the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Check stock levels, maintain supplies at the required level, and support supply maintenance and utilization.
  • Clean and disinfect equipment and maintain the room's linen supply.
  • Participate in departmental quality-control and performance-improvement programs and follow up on deficiencies.
  • Maintain sterile technique and practice aseptic techniques for procedures.
  • Wash hands before and after every patient contact and follow hospital body-substance-isolation policy.
  • Wear a film badge while on duty and follow departmental policy for badge results.
  • Accurately and legibly record required information on requisitions.
  • Perform routine clerical duties as assigned.
  • Input and verify data in the Picture Archiving and Communication System and RADIANT.

About the Company

LCMC Health

Nonprofit health system delivering hospital care

LCMC Health is a non-profit health system in Louisiana that operates nine hospitals, urgent care centers, and physician practices to serve communities across New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. Its care model coordinates services across facilities to treat the whole patient, supported by a family-like, hospitable culture. The system stands out through its local, community-focused network and non-profit mission, along with collaborations with universities to bring current care and train new providers. Its goal is to deliver the best possible care for every person in its communities and guide the Gulf Coast toward a healthier future.

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Headquarters
New Orleans, LA
Founded
2009

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