- RT - New Work / Life Opportunity - Cardiac Cath Lab - Baptist / Clearview / Jeff Hwy campuses - $30k SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job, as a part of a multidisciplinary team, assumes responsibility for the operation of the heart catheterization laboratory suite. Operates diagnostic fluoroscopy and various types of cardiac equipment, monitors patient vitals, performs routine calculations, circulates, and assists the physician during the procedure upon request. Prepares the procedure rooms, equipment, and patient for the procedure. Acts as liaison to the hospital Radiation Safety Officer (RSO). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Education Required - Associate degree in radiologic sciences. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in radiologic sciences. Work Experience Required - None. Preferred - 2 years of experience as an allied health professional. Registered Radiologic Technologist in the state of practice AND registration from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Ability to be detail-oriented, perform complex tasks which may be hazardous to the patient's welfare and detect equipment malfunctions.
• 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). 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.
• 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.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. and / or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and / or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE : The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and / or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.