CT Technologist- PRN - Clinic

ochsner; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a CT Technologist to assess patients and perform routine CT procedures with emphasis on safety and quality. You will mentor junior staff and students while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities include verifying orders, operating CT equipment, ensuring diagnostic image quality, and supporting department operations. Applicants must have radiologic technology training, ARRT CT registry eligibility or CT certification within one year, and a current

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.
• ARRT CT registry eligible or CT registry within 1 year of hire.
• Current unrestricted state license.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.
• Operates radiology equipment independently to complete CT imaging per protocol (IV placement included).
• Explains procedures to patients to ensure understanding.
• Reviews images for diagnostic quality before transmission.
• Maintains regulatory compliance and quality control procedures.
• Assists with department operations (inventory, schedules, equipment maintenance).
• Adapts communication and approach to patient needs, privacy, and preferences.

Skills

CT procedures knowledge

Computer & software proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Work under pressure

Self-directed

Flexible schedule willingness

Anatomy knowledge (cardiac)

Interventional assistance

Education

ARRT CT registry eligible

CT certification within 1 year

Radiologic technology program completed

Current state license

BLS certification

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.

This job assesses patients and safely performs routine computed tomography procedures in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures and protocols. Serves as 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 the company's discretion.

Education

• Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.

Work Experience

• None.
• CT experience.

Certifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or computed tomography ARRT (CT) certified OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry eligible, registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 90 days of employment, and temporary state license.
• CT registry eligible within one year.
• Advanced certification in CT within one year of becoming CT registry eligible.
• Current unrestricted license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Advanced certification in CT by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of CT procedures and technical language.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
• Ability to be 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.) and travel throughout and between facilities.
• General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to the various disease states.
• Ability to preliminarily identify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria.
• Ability to assist attending physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance.

Job Duties

• Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
• Uses 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.
• Performs other related duties as required.

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.

This employer maintains and complies with its 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.

The employer 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 veter