CT Technologist

Ochsner Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $20,000

Referral Bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Covington, Louisiana, seeks a qualified professional to perform routine CT procedures and serve as a clinical mentor for junior staff. Candidates are expected to hold a High School diploma, certification in BLS, and relevant licensure. This role emphasizes patient safety and effective communication, contributing significantly to the quality of care. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently in a clinical setting are essential, alongside a commitment to working flexible hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Required certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Current license in Louisiana.
• Advanced certification in CT required within two years.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform routine CT procedures following safety protocols.
• Mentor junior staff and students.
• Explain procedures to patients for understanding.

Skills

Computer skills

Effective verbal communication

Proficient in Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of CT procedures

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work under pressure

Self-directed work capability

General knowledge of cardiac anatomy

Skills to identify stenosis or occlusion

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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, 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 is responsible for assessing patients and safely performing routine CT procedures in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures and protocols. This job is a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

New increased pay rates for imaging professionals!

Sign-On Bonus Available

Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus available to eligible candidates!

Referral Bonus Available

Up to $5,000 referral bonus available to eligible candidates!

Shift

Tuesday - Friday

4 10 hour shifts

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• Required – Refer to Certification Section
• Preferred – Clinical CT experience

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography (R) and/or certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
• Current unrestricted license in the state of practice
• Advanced certification in CT required by an organization recognized by the ACR Registry required within two years of employment
• Preferred - Advanced certification in CT required by an organization recognized by the ACR Registry

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of CT procedures and technical language.
• Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
• Ability to work self-directed and to function without direct supervision.
• Ability and willingness to have and maintain flexibility in work duties and hours (may require flexible schedule such as nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.).
• General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to the various disease states.
• Skills to preliminarily identify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria.
• Skills to assist attending physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance.

Job Duties

• Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
• Utilizes radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol (including placement of IV).
• 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.
• Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
• 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.
• Other related duties as required.

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.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 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.

Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.

Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.

Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.

Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

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 communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to 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.

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