CT Technologist — On-Call Imaging Specialist

Ochsner Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Radiologic Technologist to assess patients and perform routine radiographic procedures following safety protocols. The role includes mentoring junior staff and students and requires strong communication with patients and team members.

Required are ARRT registration or registry eligibility within 90 days, current BLS certification, and successful completion of an approved radiologic technology program.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure for accuracy.
• Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Operates imaging equipment to complete procedures per protocol (may include placement of nasogastric tubes, IVs, urinary catheters, and administration of contrast).
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure diagnostic quality.
• 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 and privacy considerations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer literacy and software use

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule and travel

Education

Radiologic technology program

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Radiologic Technologist to assess patients and perform routine radiographic procedures following safety protocols. The role includes mentoring junior staff and students and requires strong communication with patients and team members.

Required are ARRT registration or registry eligibility within 90 days, current BLS certification, and successful completion of an approved radiologic technology program.