CT Technologist - OLG Orthopedic Hospital - Full Time

Ochsner Health • Baton Rouge, LA

80d

About The Position

This job assesses patients and safely performs routine computed tomography procedures in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures and protocols. Serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students. Sign On Bonus for eligible candidates.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or computed tomography ARRT (CT) certified OR American Registry 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.
• Current unrestricted license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• CT experience.
• Advanced certification in CT by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
• Uses 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.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Sign On Bonus for eligible candidates.

What This Job Offers

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