CT Technologist: Sign-On Bonus & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a CT Technologist for the OLG Orthopedic Hospital on a full-time basis. The role involves administering routine CT procedures, maintaining patient safety, and mentoring junior staff. Prior CT experience is preferred, with ARRT CT certification and BLS required.

A sign-on bonus is offered for eligible candidates. The position requires completion of an approved radiologic technology program, current state licensure, and strong knowledge of CT protocols.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of CT procedures and terminology.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Self-directed with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility for nights/evenings/weekends/holidays.
• Understanding of cardiac anatomy and Doppler concepts.
• Ability to identify stenosis or occlusion per criteria.
• Ability to assist with interventional procedures using ultrasound guidance.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

CT procedures knowledge

Work under pressure

Self-directed

Flexible schedule

Cardiac anatomy knowledge

Ultrasound guidance

Education

Radiologic technology program

Tools

Radiology information systems

Medical imaging equipment

Job description

Ochsner Health System is seeking a CT Technologist for the OLG Orthopedic Hospital on a full-time basis. The role involves administering routine CT procedures, maintaining patient safety, and mentoring junior staff. Prior CT experience is preferred, with ARRT CT certification and BLS required.

A sign-on bonus is offered for eligible candidates. The position requires completion of an approved radiologic technology program, current state licensure, and strong knowledge of CT protocols.