Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist - Ochsner Health

• Required – Associate degree in radiologic sciences.
• Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in radiologic sciences.

• Required – None.
• Preferred – 2 years of experience as an allied health professional.

• Required – Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) within 6 months of hire.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist in the state of practice AND registration from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be detail-oriented, perform complex tasks which may be hazardous to the patient's welfare and detect equipment malfunctions.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal/external visitors in a highly stressful atmosphere.
• Ability to learn new procedures.
• Knowledge of and complies with all federal, state, and local regulatory radiation requirements.
• Ability to work flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

• Assists the team in patient setup and prep before the procedures and take down/clean up post-procedure using safe patient transfer and positioning techniques.
• Documents in procedure log to reflect accurate procedure and interventions to ensure accurate billing and charge capture.
• Operates radiographic fluoroscopy equipment to obtain diagnostic images of coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease.
• Conducts hemodynamic monitoring of patient during procedure and reporting values to performing physician.
• Monitors delivery of radiation dose to patient to achieve safe delivery with minimal exposure to staff.
• Transmits, archives, and retrieves digital images in picture archiving and communicating systems (PACS).
• Performs quality control standards by using the optimum diagnostic imaging and performing regular maintenance of fluoroscopy equipment.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.