Radiology Technologist Medical Assistant (Urgent Care) - Ochsner Health

• Required – High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a Radiologic Technology program from an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school

• Required – Experience working with and maintaining confidential information including experience working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Preferred – Prior healthcare experience

• Required – Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Licensed by the Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

• 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 to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have strong customer service skills.

• Supports and ensures the patient is prepared for the visit by completing appropriate documentation, including patient registration as needed, explaining procedure to patient’s understanding and patient’s questions are answered prior to leaving. After patient leaves, prepares room for next appointment.
• Supports and ensures the provider is prepared for the visit by verifying physician orders and procedures for accuracy.
• Independently operates equipment, including radiology information systems to complete imaging procedure according to protocol. This includes placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs, urinary catheters, and administration of contrast to facilitate care.
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
• Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performs notification/remediation as warranted.
• Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations, including inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance.
• 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.

Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventative screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 876,000 people from across the globe in 2019, providing the latest medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report. As Louisiana’s leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner's team of more than 26,000 employees and 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region. To learn more about Ochsner Health, please visit www.ochsner.org. To transform your health, please visit www.ochsner.org/healthyyou.