Immediate Start! Radiologic Technologist- PRN - Baton Rouge Hospital
Company: Ochsner Health System
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: July 10, 2025
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Job Description:
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! This job is
responsible for assessing patients and safely performing routine
radiographic procedures in accordance with prescribed safety
procedures and protocols. This job is a clinical mentor for junior
staff and students. Education Required - Completion of a Radiologic
Technology program in an AMA approved school Work Experience
Required - None Preferred - Healthcare experience Certifications
Required - Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) Current license in the state of practice Basic
Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association Knowledge
Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Must have computer skills and
dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. -
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability
to present information clearly and professionally. - Must be
proficient with Windows-style applications, various software
packages specific to role and keyboard. - Strong interpersonal
skills. Job Duties - 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 (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. - Other related duties as
required. The above statements describe the general nature and
level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required
responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or
this description amended at any time. 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. This employer maintains and compleis
with its 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.
The employer 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.
Physical and Environmental Demands The physical essential functions
of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:
Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects;
occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand
requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. 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. 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. Are you ready to
make a difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an
individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the
open position on this careers website. Individuals who reside in
and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote
work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland,
Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and
Washington D.C. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site
accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding
the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation
to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee
Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or
careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation
requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of
applications. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to any legally protected class, including protected
veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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