CT Technologist - PRN - Rush John C. Stennis - Dekalb, MS
Company: Ochsner Health
Location: De Kalb
Posted on: September 24, 2024
Job Description:
Job DescriptionWe'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 the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At
Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those
who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a
difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 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.To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential duties.This job description
is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job
and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or
all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are
subject to change at the company's discretion.Education Required -
Completion of an approved Radiologic Technology program Work
ExperiencePreferred - CT experienceCertificationsRequired -
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
requiredCT registry eligible within one yearAdvanced certification
in CT required, within one year of becoming CT registry
eligibleCurrent unrestricted license in the state of
practiceCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the
American Heart AssociationPreferred – Advanced certification in CT
required by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists (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 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.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. The above statements describe
the general nature and level of work only. They are not an
exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and
skills. Other duties 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
that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures
compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.This
employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy
Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting
of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or
conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other
compliance-related concerns.The employer 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 DemandsThe
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.Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force
occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or
greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move
objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of
the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in
excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted
may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work:
(1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree;
or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails
pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the
job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the
constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight
of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and
strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an
industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker
even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.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, 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 fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area;
works in an area where patients enter; works directly with
patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain
communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for
exposure to communicable diseases.Because the incumbent works
within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for
exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the
environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation,
dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of
contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase
depending on the essential job duties of the role.Please click the
below link to view Ochsner Rush's delineated job descriptions based
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following areas are not eligible for remote work position:
Colorado, California, Washington, New York, and Washington
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contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot
be used to inquire about the status of applications.We are proud to
be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity
and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on
race, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related
conditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical
disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, military
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