Only 24h Left: CT Technologist – Full Time – Ochsner Medical Center – Jeff Highway 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.

Job Duties:

This job is responsible forassessing patients and safely performing routine CT procedures inaccordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures andprotocols. Verifies physician order and procedure to assureaccuracy. Utilizes radiology information systems to facilitatecare. Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.

Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedureaccording to protocol (including placement of IV). Reviews patientimages prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnosticquality standards. Completes timely quality control procedures inaccordance with regulatory standards and performingnotification/remediation as warranted. Assists in the facilitationof departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipmentmaintenance, etc.). Adapts behavior to the specific patientpopulation, including but not limited to: respect for privacy,method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation ofservices or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions andcommunication style. Other related duties as required.

Employer:

Ochsner Clinic Foundation Geographic area of employment: NewOrleans, LA.

Education Required:

Associate’s degree in any field.

Other Requirements:

• Current license issued by the Louisiana StateRadiologic Technology Board of Examiners.
• Must be registered bythe American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), orcomputed tomography ARRT(CT) certified, or ARRT registry eligible
• Completion of a Radiologic Technology education program approvedby the ARRT.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification by AmericanHeart Association.

Applicants must reference REQ_00228523 and applyonline at www.ochsner.org/careers The above statements describe thegeneral nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustivelist of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Otherduties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable 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 :

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