CT Technologist - Chabert Campus - PRN

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This job is responsible for assessing patients and safely performing routine CT procedures in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures and protocols. This job is a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

Education

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Required – Refer to Certification Section

Preferred – Clinical CT experience

Certifications

Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association;

ARRT registered (RT) and radiography (R) and/OR computed tomography (CT) certified and/OR NMTCB registered (CNMT) and/or unrestricted state license11, and documented training and experience in CT, and Documented training and experience in operating CT equipment and radiation physics and protection

Advanced certification in CT required by an organization recognized by the ACR Registry required within two years of employment

Preferred - Advanced certification in CT required by an organization recognized by the ACR Registry

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• •Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• •Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• •Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software 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 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.).
• •General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to the various disease states.
• •Skills to preliminarily identify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria.
• •Skills to assist attending physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance.
• •Ability to provide care and/or support services in a manner consistent with the patient's age, social, spiritual, and cultural needs and other special consideration.

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 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.
• •Other related duties as required.

Ochsner 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 veteran status, or disability status.

• Physical and Environmental Demands
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

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