Radiology Technologist Medical Assistant (Urgent Care)

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 provides individualized health care services, through effective communication, including electronically, via phone, and in person to assigned patients of diverse backgrounds and ages.

Works with team members to provide support to patients and physicians during entirety of visit. Assesses patients and safely performs routine radiographic procedures according to safety procedures and protocols.

Communicates with patient to ensure needs are met timely and accurately. Accesses company’s data systems to document pertinent medical information.

Acts as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

Sign-on Bonus Available.

Up to $6,000 sign-on bonus available to eligible candidates!

Shift :

Two 12-hour shifts per week, one 6-hour shift per week, and two 9-hour shifts every other weekend.

Education :

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

Work Experience :

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

Certifications :

• 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.

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 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.

Job Duties :

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.

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.

About Ochsner Health :

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.