Our Lady of the Lake
Overview
The CT Tech 1 arranges patients for Computed Tomography examinations. Produces CT images to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation. Ensures patient safety by using pre-established imaging protocols and screens patients for safe administration of contrast media. Utilizes departmental policy to perform safe operation of equipment and all functions of the job. Provides complete pre and post education to patients and family. Initially, may require instruction and guidance to accomplish the job and should develop into performing work under general supervision. Responsibilities
Clinical skills: Radiologic principles and theory, anatomy and pathology processes are demonstrated utilizing the most appropriate technique and/or position for optimal examinations, as demonstrated by exam results; Policies and protocols are adhered to ensuring all examinations are optimized for interpretation, as demonstrated by exam results; Radiography students are taught sound radiography principles as required by Organization as evidenced by documentation. Patient/General Safety: Effectively communicates with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient\'s chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination; Procedures are explained to patients/families and technologist answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation; Assistance is provided to the physician in performing a variety of examinations using standard department protocols, isolation precautions and/or sterile technique; Clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams are identified and take appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome; Patient safety is demonstrated in department by use of side rails, braking mechanisms and patient monitoring; The technologist reports, documents and corrects any adverse, unsafe or unusual conditions; The understanding of IV\'s, heparin locks and central line usage as they pertain to Computed Tomography is demonstrated. Equipment Maintenance: An orderly, safe and clean state environment is maintained, and rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies and has required with supplies readily available for procedures at all times; Imaging and other related equipment is operated according to manufacturer\'s specifications and performs daily calibration and adjustments as required; Equipment is troubleshot effectively and immediately and reports equipment problems to biomedical engineering/vendor; The need for routine maintenance of all CT equipment is recognized/performed to maintain consistent quality images. Documentation/Communication: Patients are correctly identified along with their files ensuring a high degree of accuracy; Patients are tracked according to department procedures, and technologist can identify errors and take immediate action for corrections; The technologist participates in department/hospital performance improvement initiative, in-services and meetings. Radiation safety: Patients are correctly identified along with their files ensuring a high degree of accuracy; Patients are tracked according to department procedures, and technologist can identify errors and take immediate action for corrections. Other duties as assigned: Acts as a backup for other technologists in the department as needed; Additional duties are correctly and appropriately completed within the specified time frame as required by managers/supervisors. Qualifications & Requirements
Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technologist Program Good interpersonal/human relations skills; Good oral/written communication skills; Good teamwork skills; Good critical thinking/decision making skills; Superior organizational skills License & Cert - Current State License, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, ARRT (R) or Registry Eligible or current LSRT temp license Basic Life Support, BLS - HCP Seniority level
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The CT Tech 1 arranges patients for Computed Tomography examinations. Produces CT images to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation. Ensures patient safety by using pre-established imaging protocols and screens patients for safe administration of contrast media. Utilizes departmental policy to perform safe operation of equipment and all functions of the job. Provides complete pre and post education to patients and family. Initially, may require instruction and guidance to accomplish the job and should develop into performing work under general supervision. Responsibilities
Clinical skills: Radiologic principles and theory, anatomy and pathology processes are demonstrated utilizing the most appropriate technique and/or position for optimal examinations, as demonstrated by exam results; Policies and protocols are adhered to ensuring all examinations are optimized for interpretation, as demonstrated by exam results; Radiography students are taught sound radiography principles as required by Organization as evidenced by documentation. Patient/General Safety: Effectively communicates with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient\'s chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination; Procedures are explained to patients/families and technologist answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation; Assistance is provided to the physician in performing a variety of examinations using standard department protocols, isolation precautions and/or sterile technique; Clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams are identified and take appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome; Patient safety is demonstrated in department by use of side rails, braking mechanisms and patient monitoring; The technologist reports, documents and corrects any adverse, unsafe or unusual conditions; The understanding of IV\'s, heparin locks and central line usage as they pertain to Computed Tomography is demonstrated. Equipment Maintenance: An orderly, safe and clean state environment is maintained, and rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies and has required with supplies readily available for procedures at all times; Imaging and other related equipment is operated according to manufacturer\'s specifications and performs daily calibration and adjustments as required; Equipment is troubleshot effectively and immediately and reports equipment problems to biomedical engineering/vendor; The need for routine maintenance of all CT equipment is recognized/performed to maintain consistent quality images. Documentation/Communication: Patients are correctly identified along with their files ensuring a high degree of accuracy; Patients are tracked according to department procedures, and technologist can identify errors and take immediate action for corrections; The technologist participates in department/hospital performance improvement initiative, in-services and meetings. Radiation safety: Patients are correctly identified along with their files ensuring a high degree of accuracy; Patients are tracked according to department procedures, and technologist can identify errors and take immediate action for corrections. Other duties as assigned: Acts as a backup for other technologists in the department as needed; Additional duties are correctly and appropriately completed within the specified time frame as required by managers/supervisors. Qualifications & Requirements
Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technologist Program Good interpersonal/human relations skills; Good oral/written communication skills; Good teamwork skills; Good critical thinking/decision making skills; Superior organizational skills License & Cert - Current State License, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, ARRT (R) or Registry Eligible or current LSRT temp license Basic Life Support, BLS - HCP Seniority level
Seniority level:
Entry level Employment type
Employment type:
Full-time Job function
Job function:
Health Care Provider Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Our Lady of the Lake by 2x Job titles
CT Technologist - Full Time- Iberville - Full Time CT Technologist - Full Time - Baton Rouge Hospital Travel Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist - $2,457 per week - 2216285 Radiology Technologist 1 Lake Main Campus Radiology Technologist 1 - Lake Main Campus Radiology Technologist 2 - Lake Main Campus Radiology Technologist 1 PRN Premium-Livingston Campus We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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