Radiologic Technologist

Your job is more than a job.

You could just look for a job or, here's a thought, what if you tried to find your calling instead? A day in the life of a Radiology Technology Assistant is never boring and it's the perfect opportunity to work alongside a team of committed, enthusiastic, and talented caregivers who wake up every day knowing that healthcare is simply better with a little

extra heart - and a whole lot of soul - sprinkled in!

If you're preparing for a career as a Radiology Technologist or maybe just considering it, working as a Radiology Tech Assistant is a great way to preview what every day extraordinary is like. If you're a first-rate juggler of multiple patient care duties like preparing patients for diagnostic imaging procedures and handling administrative tasks and, through it all, you maintain your calm and professional demeanor, your focus and drive, and of course, your sense of humor, then we love your spunk!

Your experiences, your knowledge, your skills, your empathy, your compassion, your personality, all of it adds up to you. And we're excited to get to know you and find out what you'll bring to this supportive diagnostic imaging role.

Your Everyday

Explain procedure to patients/families and answer any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation.

Maintain exam rooms and work areas, advocating a safe environment for everyone and following all quality control checks.

Transport patients throughout radiology, including possibly to and from emergency department or inpatient units.

Ready and patients for diagnostic exams and procedures, assisting patients off and on the examination tables.

Set up rooms for examinations or procedures.

Recognize emergent situations that may interfere with exams and take appropriate action for a positive outcome.

Identify orders in epic, coordinate with technologists and radiologists when protocols are needed for examination.

Check current lab values on patients receiving contrast.

Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.

Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.

The Must-Haves

Minimum:

High school graduate.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred:

Training and/or enrollment in a Radiologic Technology program a plus

WORK SHIFT:

Variable Hours (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community.

Our 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

About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health's incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we're only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.

• Give people a reason to smile.

• Put a little love in your work.

• Be honest and real, but with compassion.

• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.

• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.

• See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective.

• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.

• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC 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.

The 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.

Simple things make the difference.

1.To 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.

2.To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.

3.To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.

4.To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.