CT Technologist - Ochsner St. Mary - PRN

Shift PRN - Variable and/or Weekend Shifts Facility Ochsner St. Mary Education Completion of an approved Radiologic Technology program Work Experience Preferred: CT experience Certifications Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or computed tomography ARRT (CT) certified OR ARRT registry eligible, registered by ARRT within 90 days of employment, and temporary state license required CT registry eligible within one year Advanced certification in CT required, within one year of becoming CT registry eligible Current unrestricted license in the state of practice Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Preferred: Advanced certification in CT required by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT 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 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. 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. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized. Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, and grab with arms and hands, showing manual dexterity. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue. Must work in a patient care area where patients enter, in direct contact with patients, or in contact with specimens that could contain communicable diseases; risk for exposure to communicable diseases. May be exposed to hazardous medications or hazardous waste; risk level may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr