LCMC Health·Metairie, Louisiana
Perform high-quality x-ray and angiography procedures while maintaining strict radiation safety protocols. Collaborate with interventional radiologists and nurses to diagnose and treat complex vascular diseases in a fast-paced environment.
Your job is more than a job.
You bring independence, ingenuity, and initiative to everything you do.
You’re confident in your technical skills — but you also understand that the best outcomes happen when expertise comes together as a team.
In our Interventional Radiology, you won’t just operate advanced imaging technology — you’ll be an essential part of a highly specialized IR team.
You’ll work alongside experienced interventional radiologists and skilled nurses to diagnose and treat complex vascular disease in real time.
Every case is dynamic.
Every decision matters.
Every patient is someone’s family member.
This role is for the technologist who: Thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment Takes ownership of patient safety and image quality Respects the power and responsibility of ionizing radiation Brings both technical precision and human compassion to the procedure table We are looking for someone who approaches each case with curiosity, accountability, and heart — someone who treats every procedure as if it were their own loved one on the table.
At our lab, your voice matters.
Your expertise is valued.
Your growth is supported.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that is committed to clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering extraordinary patient care.
Your experience, knowledge, empathy, and personality are what make you exceptional.
We’re excited to learn what you’ll bring to our specialized interventional radiology team.
If you’re ready to practice at a high level and make a meaningful impact every single day.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department.
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
GENERAL DUTIES Demonstrates proficiency and quality in procedures according to departmental policy and procedure in technical performance of x-ray and angiography.: Assigned duties are required to be accepted and performed according to departmental protocols.
Selects appropriate techniques, labels and marks digital films correctly.
Applies knowledge of the principle of scrubbing circulating, X-ray and hemodynamic monitoring techniques.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all Cath lab / specials equipment.
Operates the Medrad injector and Radiology equipment.
Demonstrates safety and job knowledge by maintaining radiation exposure ALARA and operates x-ray devices with and according to safety protocols.: Ensures X-ray badges are maintained according to policy and employees are aware of results badges.
Maintains good radiation safety and in services are provided by Cardiovascular/X-ray Tech as needed.
Is accurate with x-ray dosage and time of exposure.
Ensures that radiation equipment is tested at the appropriate intervals so that exposure to patients and coworkers is kept to the lowest levels.
Professional Development: Maintains current license with both LSRT and ARRT.
Maintains current license for CPR.
Customer Service: Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage.
Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the Cardiology department.
Maintains a daily log of patients seen / completes exam billing forms.
Maintains equipment and work area and maintains adequate supplies.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS Experience or training as a Radiology Tech, Cath Lab Tech, Radiology Special Procedures tech, or Interventional Radiology Experience
Requires certification from the ARRT and licensure from the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board. Must hold current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
Market context
Interventional radiology tech associate roles in Louisiana are typically in steady demand at hospitals and imaging centers that rely on procedural support and vascular imaging services. Competition often centers on candidates who already hold ARRT certification, Louisiana radiologic technologist licensure, and current BLS and ACLS credentials. Before applying, confirm your certifications are active and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original job description to save research time.