Travel CT Technologist
Gretna, LA
TalentBurst, Inc
5x8 hrs, Nights

Departments: Imaging - CT Scan
Job Title: CT Technologist
Specialty: CT Technologist

Duration: 13 Weeks

Location: Gretna, LA 70056

Shift: Night Shift 8 Hour

Shift Description:
Fri, Sat, and Sun 6:30pm-7:00am. No on call or floating required.

Education Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Experience Required – 2+ years in specialty

Certifications Required - 

Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
ARRT Registered

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.
Ability to provide care and/or support services in a manner consistent with the patient's age, social, spiritual, and cultural needs and other special consideration.

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.



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