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Ochsner Health
New Orleans, Louisiana

Radiologic Technologist Specialist (Surgery) - Mon. to Fri. - Days

Imaging Tech 8.0 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job description

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 assesses patients and safely performing advanced radiographic
procedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. Leads
departmental programs, acts as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students,
and assumes routine supervisory duties in the absence of the team leader.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative
of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of
the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive
listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the
company's discretion.

Education

Required - Completion of a radiologic technology program in an AMA approved
school.

Work Experience

Required - 5 years of radiologic technologist experience.

Certifications

Required - Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
(ARRT).

Licensed by the Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners in state of practice.

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

* 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 work a flexible work schedule (e. g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on
call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.

Job Duties

* Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.

* Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.

* Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.

* Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to
protocol (may include placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs, urinary catheters,
and administration of contrast).

* Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic
quality standards.

* Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory
standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted.

* Leads departmental programs, protocol development, system standardization,
competency validation, safety programs, accreditation, and quality/efficiency
initiatives.

* Assists in the orientation and training of junior staff; provides feedback to
annual staff evaluations.

* 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 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.
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; patient/employee
safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50
pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move
objects.   (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to
move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary
Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job
should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a
significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails
pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; 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.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients
enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could
contain diseases. There may be 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.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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. Individuals who reside in and will work from
the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado,
California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey,
New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D. C.

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. org [careers@ochsner. org]. This contact information is for
accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of
applications.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class,
including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Perform advanced radiographic procedures and assess patients while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Lead departmental programs, mentor junior staff, and oversee quality control and accreditation initiatives.

Requirements

Requires completion of an AMA-approved radiologic technology program and at least 5 years of experience. Must hold ARRT registration, state licensure, and BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentClinical MentoringPatient CommunicationEquipment OperationComputer Proficiency

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 10.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Of the 48 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% have no call, 27% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiologic Technologist Specialist (Surgery) - Mon. to Fri. - Days at Ochsner Health a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 1,344 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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