Interventional Radiology Technologist
Shreveport, Louisiana
Ochsner LSU Health - Academic Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Shreveport, Louisiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: 07:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Rooms: 5
• Call Requirements:

  • Weekend call approximately every 6th weekend
  • Weekday call from 5:30 PM – 6:30 AM, roughly 4 weekdays per month
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty
• Prior Travel Experience: Not accepted for first-time travelers (prior travel experience required)
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only, RQI accepted
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Preferred Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • ARRT VI (ARRT in Vascular Interventional Radiography)

Important Job Expectations

• Upon starting, you may be assigned to an "Emergency Team" with an expectation to stay at the facility until the event passes or be part of the relief team.
• You must be comfortable with emergency event assignments as directed by your unit manager.

Required Credentials & Compliance

• Licenses: Active Louisiana state license or Compact License required upon submission. Renewals must be in process if expiring within 30 days of start.
• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start, updated monthly
  • Sex offender search required within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Education Verification: Primary or 3rd party verification of highest education level required (not applicable if state license is held)
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start, initiated within 24-48 hours of offer acceptance; instant screenings not accepted
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 12 months indicating good health
  • Fit mask testing (N95) within one year of start; onsite fit testing available if needed
  • Immunizations/vaccinations or proof of immunity required for:

    • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (for select departments)
    • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (positive IGG titer or completed vaccine series)
    • Hepatitis B (positive antibody titer, vaccine series, or booster)
    • Varicella (positive IGG titer, vaccine series, or booster)
  • Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months, updated annually; chest x-ray and TB questionnaire required if positive
  • Seasonal flu vaccination, declination, or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Apr 30)
• Photo: Full color, passport-style photo required within 24 hours of booking

Additional Requirements

• Competency Exam: Specialty-specific exam with minimum 80% score, updated annually
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated annually
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Certification: Required, must be renewed annually
• Color Blind Testing: Required annually for lab staff
• Employment History: Resume/application required with 7 years of employment history and explanations for gaps

Summary

This travel contract position in Radiology/Cardiology requires a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience and prior travel experience. The role includes weekend and weekday call responsibilities, emergency team participation, and multiple certifications and compliance requirements. Candidates must be prepared for emergency assignments and meet strict credentialing, health, and background standards.