CT Technologist - FT - West Bank

Ochsner Health System Careers; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a CT Technologist to collaborate with staff radiologists and perform routine CT procedures. The role includes mentoring junior staff, ensuring patient safety, and delivering high-quality images in accordance with regulatory standards.

Requirements include AMA-accredited Radiologic Technology training, ARRT certification, Louisiana licensure, BLS, and CT certification within two years. Strong communication and data-entry skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Required – Radiologic Technology program from an AMA approved school.
• ARRT registration and state licensure for Louisiana.
• Advanced CT certification required within 2 years of employment.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Verifies orders and performs CT imaging according to protocol.
• Explains procedure to patient and ensures understanding.
• Operates imaging equipment independently while maintaining safety.
• Reviews images for diagnostic quality before transmission.
• Maintains regulatory standards and supports departmental operations.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Data entry proficiency

CT procedures knowledge

Windows-style applications

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT certification

Louisiana radiology license

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

Radiology Information System (RIS)

PACS imaging software

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

In collaboration with staff radiologists, this job assesses patients and safely performs routine CT procedures in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures and protocols. This job is a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

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 Ochsner’s discretion.

Education

Required -Completion of a formal training program; Radiologic Technology program in an AMA approved school

Work Experience

Required - None.

Preferred- 2 years experience as a CT Technologist.

Certifications

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

Licensed by the Louisiana State Radiology Technology Board of Examiners

Advanced certification in CT required within 2 years of employment

Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
• Knowledge of CT procedures and technical language required

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.

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.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System 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.

Ochsner 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.

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 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

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.