CT​/Mammography Technologist - PRN

Job Overview

This position 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.

• 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 notification/remediation as warranted.
• Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy, introduction, explanation of services, permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The role involves medium work, with occasional lifting of 20 to 50 pounds and frequent lifting of 10 to 25 pounds. It requires standing, walking, and occasional pushing/pulling of materials. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and hazardous medications or waste. There may be occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Education – Completion of an approved radiologic technology program.

Work Experience – Mandatory: none. Preferred: CT experience.

• 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.
• CT registry eligible within one year.
• Advanced certification in CT within one year of becoming CT registry eligible.
• Current unrestricted license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred:
  Advanced certification in CT by an ARRT-approved mechanism.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of CT procedures and technical language.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
• Ability to be self-directed and to function without direct supervision.
• Ability and willingness to maintain flexibility in work duties and hours, including nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, and travel throughout and between facilities.
• General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow related to disease states.
• Ability to preliminarily identify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria.
• Ability to assist attending physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance.

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.