CT Technologist – Full Time – Sign On Bonus – Jeff Hwy Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

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, and
• innovate.
• -We•believe that every awardearned, every record broken and every patient helped is because ofthe 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 adifference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!
• Thisjob is responsible for assessing patients and safely performingroutine CT procedures in accordance with prescribed radiationsafety procedures and protocols.

This job is a clinical mentor forjunior staff and students.

To perform this job successfully, anindividual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative ofthe knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job descriptionis a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the joband position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive orall-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents aresubject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education Required

• Completion of an approved Radiologic Technology program WorkExperiencePreferred
• CT experienceCertificationsRequired
• -Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT) and/or computed tomography ARRT (CT) certified OR
• AmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry eligible
• registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT) within 90 days of employment, and temporary state licenserequiredCT registry eligible within one yearAdvanced certificationin CT required, within one year of becoming CT registryeligibleCurrent unrestricted license in the state ofpracticeCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from theAmerican Heart AssociationPreferred
• Advanced certification in CTrequired by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry ofRadiologic Technologists (ARRT)Knowledge Skills and Abilities(KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entryand retrieval of information.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and theability to present information clearly and professionally. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, varioussoftware 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 directsupervision. Ability and willingness to have and maintain flexibility inwork duties and hours (may require flexible schedule such asnights, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.). General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and thehemodynamics of blood flow in relation to the various diseasestates. Skills to preliminarily identify stenosis or occlusion based onnationally published criteria. Skills to assist attending physicians with interventionalprocedures 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 procedureaccording to protocol (including placement of IV). Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure imagesmeet diagnostic quality standards. Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance withregulatory standards and performing notification/remediation aswarranted. Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations(inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).

• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, includingbut not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction tothe patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to beperformed, requesting permissions and communication style. Other related duties as required.
• The above statementsdescribe the general nature and level of work only.

They are not anexhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, andskills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended atany time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and locallaws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirementsthat apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensurescompliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Thisemployer maintains and complies with its Compliance & PrivacyProgram and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reportingof any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors orconduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or othercompliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal OpportunityEmployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteranstatus, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental DemandsThephysical demands described here are representative of those thatmust be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.

Medium Work

• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of forceoccasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/orgreater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to moveobjects.
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Constantly:

activity or condition exists 2/3 or moreof the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are inexcess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight liftedmay 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 entailspushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when thejob requires working at a production rate pace entailing theconstant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weightof those materials is negligible.

NOTE:

The constant stress andstrain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in anindustrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a workereven though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Mechanicallifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should beutilized.

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

Must be able to stand for prolonged periodsof time.

Must be able to travel throughout and betweenfacilities.

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 withpatients; and/or works with specimens that could containcommunicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk forexposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent workswithin a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk forexposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within theenvironment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation,dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal ofcontaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increasedepending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to any legally protected class, including protectedveterans and individuals with disabilities.