CT/Xray Technologist-New Pay Rates

pYour job is more than a job./pp/ppThe CT/X-Ray Technologist performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. This position performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis./ppbDay to Day/b/ppbuGENERAL DUTIES/u/b/ppbProvides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions: /b/ppDemonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all CT/X-ray and peripheral equipment and performance of all CT/X-ray protocols and procedures. Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing high quality scans demonstrating the requested anatomical part within the appropriate length of time for the procedure type. Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS. Reviews scans with the Radiologist as to important anatomical detail and areas of abnormalities. Provides and performs training in accordance to the hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations. Assess and evaluate the trainee and provide feedback to the Radiology Manager./pp/ppbAdministers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies and procedures, to ensure the safety of the patient: /b/ppCommunicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient#39;s chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination. Explains procedure to patients and patient’s family members./pp/ppbMaintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees: /b/ppChecks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards. Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person. Maintains work area in a clean orderly fashion. Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization. Cleans and disinfects equipment. Maintains supply of linen in the room./pp/ppbMaintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements: /b/ppParticipates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies. Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures, practices aseptic techniques and always washes hands before and after each patient contact. Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation. Always wears film badge while on duty, follows departmental procedures for badge results./pp/ppbCompletes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations: /b/ppConsistently, accurately and legibly records the required information on the requisition. Always pulls previous films, exams and reports, accurately records the required information on the film jacket and performs other file room duties as required. Charges for the procedures. Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned. Inputs and verifies all data is sent and verified in PACS/RIS./pp/ppbDemonstrates safety for patients, staff and self as outlined in department and hospital protocols and regulatory guidelines, to ensure the safety of the patients and staff: /b/ppRecognizes emergent situations and responds appropriately. Calls codes (x8585) when needed. Observes and monitors patient#39;s vital signs. Monitors medical equipment attached to the patient during the radiographic procedure./ppbMust Haves/b/ppbuLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS/u/b/pulliRequired: Basic Life Support HeartSaver amp; First Aid (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association/li/ululliRequired: Radiography Certification (ARRT) - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)/li/ululliRequired: Radiology Technician (ARRT) - Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board Of Examiners (LSRTBE)/li/ulp​/ppbuREPORTING RELATIONSHIPS/u/b/pulliDoes this position formally supervise employees? No/li/ulpbr /buFUNCTIONAL DEMANDS/u/b/pullibMedium/b: Medium physical requirements- Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work./li/ulpbr /buPHYSICAL DEMANDS/u/b/pulliSitting - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliStanding - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliWalking - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliClimbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliLifting Floor to waist level: 0-10lbs - Continuous (67-100% of day)/liliLifting Floor to waist level: 10-20lbs - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliLifting Floor to waist level: 20-50lbs - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliLifting Floor to waist level: 50-100lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliLifting Floor to waist level: 100#43;lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliLifting Waist level and above: 0-10lbs - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliLifting Waist level and above: 10-20lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliLifting Waist level and above: 20-50lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliLifting Waist level and above: 50-100lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliLifting Waist level and above: 100#43;lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliCarrying objects - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliPush/pull - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliTwisting - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliBending - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliReaching forward - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliReaching overhead - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliSquat/kneel/crawl - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliWrist position deviation - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliPinching/fine motor activities - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliKeyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent (36-66% of day)/liliTaste or smell - Occasional (0-35% of day)/liliTalk or hear - Frequent (36-66% of day)/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bWORK SHIFT: /b/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pDays (United States of America)p style="text-align:left"spanbspanLCMC Health is a community./span/b/spanspanspan /span/span/pp style="text-align:left"spanspanOur people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary/span/span/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bAbout University Medical Center/b/pp style="text-align:left"bspanUniversity Medical Center,/span/bspan a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has/spanspan long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300#43;. Learn more about /spana target="_blank" href="https://www.lcmchealth.org/university-medical-center-new-orleans/"spanUniversity Medical Center’s /span/aspanlegacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research./span/pp/ppbspanYour extras/span/b/pullispanDeliver healthcare with heart./span /lilispanGive people a reason to smile./span /lilispanPut a little love in your work./span /lilispanBe honest and real, but with compassion. /span /lilispanBring some lagniappe into everything you do./span /lilispanForget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care./span /lilispanSee opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective./span /lilispanCheerlead ideas, differences, and each other./span /lilispanLove what makes you, you - because we do/span/li/ulp/ppspanbspanYou are welcome here./span/b/spanspanspan /span/span/ppspanspanLCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants 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./span/span/pp/ppspanThe above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary./span/ppspanspan /span/span/ppspanbspanSimple things make the difference./span/b/spanspanspan /span/span/ppspanspan1.span    /span/span/spanspanspanTo get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information./span/spanspanspan /span/span/ppspanspan2.span    /span/span/spanspanspanTo ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. /span/spanspanspan /span/span/ppspanspan3.span    /span/span/spanspanspanTo keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed./span/spanspanspan /span/span/ppspanspan4.span    /span/span/spanspanspanTo expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States./span/spanspanspan /span/span/p