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LCMC Health

X-ray Technologist-PRN

LCMC Health, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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LCMC Health is a New Orleans-based, non-profit health system on a mission to provide the best possible care for every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond. Treating people like family is the LCMC Health way, and it always has been. Founded by Louisiana's first freestanding children's hospital, we have grown into a healthcare system that is built to serve the unique needs of our communities and families. Today, we offer six hospital locations: Children's Hospital New Orleans, East Jefferson General Hospital, New Orleans East Hospital, Touro, University Medical Center New Orleans, and West Jefferson Medical Center. We also offer a network of urgent care centers across the greater New Orleans area. Children's Hospital of New Orleans is a leader in Pediatric care throughout the Southeast region. We are seeking a dynamic Radiologic Technologist in the Department. Job Description

The Radiologic Technologist provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions: Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all x-ray equipment and performance of all x-ray protocols and procedures. Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing high quality exams within the appropriate length of time for procedure. Responsibilities

Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS and if needed reviews scans with the Radiologists as to important anatomic detail and areas of abnormalities. Confirms patient identity, body part, and body side for every patient prior to the procedure. Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies, to ensure the safety of the patient. Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient’s chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination. Qualifications

Preferred: Appropriate Clinical Training in a Radiologic Technologist program and healthcare experience as a radiology technologist. Licenses and Certifications

Required: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association Required: Radiology Technician (ARRT) - Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board Of Examiners (LSRTBE) LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will 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.

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