? High Salary! CT Technologist- NIGHTS- OMC-River Parish- FULL TIME 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 award earned,every record broken and every patient helped is because of thededicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether youwork with patients every day or support those who do, you aremaking a difference and that matters. Come make a difference atOchsner Health and discover your future today! This job assessespatients and safely performs routine computed tomography proceduresin accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures andprotocols. Serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff andstudents. To perform this job successfully, an individual must beable to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Therequirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to performthe essential duties. This job description is a summary of theprimary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It isnot intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing ofduties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at thecompany’s discretion. Education Required

• Completion of anapproved radiologic technology program. Work Experience Required
• None. Preferred
• CT experience. Certifications Required
• 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 license.

CT registry eligible within one year. Advanced certification in CTwithin one year of becoming CT registry eligible. Currentunrestricted license in state of practice. Current Basic LifeSupport (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred

• Advanced certification in CT by a mechanism acceptableto the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
• Proficiency in usingcomputers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbaland written communication skills and the ability to presentinformation clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonalskills.
• Knowledge of CT procedures and technical language.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
• Ability tobe self-directed and to function without direct supervision.
• Ability and willingness to have and maintain flexibility in workduties and hours (may require flexible schedule such as nights,evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.) and travelthroughout and between facilities.
• General knowledge of cardiacanatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow inrelation to the various disease states.
• Ability to preliminarilyidentify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally publishedcriteria.
• Ability to assist attending physicians withinterventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance. Job Duties
• Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
• Usesradiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explainsprocedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Independentlyoperates equipment to complete imaging procedure according toprotocol (including placement of IV).
• Reviews patient imagesprior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic qualitystandards.
• Completes timely quality control procedures inaccordance with regulatory standards and performingnotification/remediation as warranted.
• Assists in thefacilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staffschedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
• Adapts behavior to thespecific patient population, including but not limited to respectfor privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adaptingexplanation of services or procedures to be performed, requestingpermissions and communication style.
• Performs other relatedduties as required.

The above statements describe the generalnature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list ofall required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties maybe added, or this description amended at any time. Remainsknowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws,accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements thatapply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliancewith all such laws, regulations and standards. This employermaintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program andStandards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of anyknown or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct;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 DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions. Medium Work

• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds offorce occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently,and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantlyto move objects.

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Constantly:

activity or condition exists 2/3 ormore of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements arein excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weightlifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated

LightWork:

(1) when it requires walking or standing to a significantdegree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time butentails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3)when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailingthe constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though theweight of those materials is negligible.

NOTE:

The constant stressand strain 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. Dutiesperformed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid andtissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in anarea where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/orworks with specimens that could contain communicable diseases.

There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicablediseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting,there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardousmedications or hazardous waste within the environment throughreceipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing,administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. Therisk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential jobduties of the role. Are you ready to make a difference? ApplyToday! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicantuntil they have formally applied to the open position on thiscareers website. Individuals who reside in and will work from thefollowing areas are not eligible for remote work position:

Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, NewJersey, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C. Ochsner Healthendeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you wouldlike to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, orif you need an accommodation to complete the application process,please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748(select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact informationis for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquireabout the status of applications. Ochsner is an equal opportunityemployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to any legally protected class, includingprotected veterans and individuals with disabilities.