CT Technologist PRN
Company: Rapides Regional Medical Center
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: April 8, 2025
Job Description:
Description
Rapides Regional Medical Center CT Technologist
PRN
Introduction
Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a CT Technologist PRN
you want with your current employer? We have an exciting
opportunity for you to join Rapides Regional Medical Center which
is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services,
HCA Healthcare.
Benefits Rapides Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards
package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of
our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services
at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and
free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and
disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental
health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more.
- Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical
and financial wellbeing
- Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder
care resources and consumer discounts
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on
years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred
banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification
support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave,
long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want
to work as a(an) CT Technologist PRN where your passion for
creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are
dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be
your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Job Summary and Qualifications
The CT Technologist performs a variety of imaging procedures,
including Computed Tomography procedures, and is responsible for
safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with
patients. Participates in CQI activities.
What you will do in this role:
- Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing
treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric
shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.
- Determines the most suitable anatomical posture and positions
and shields patients accordingly.
- Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
- Works under the direction of the Radiologist at all times.
- Takes x-ray, CT call according to monthly schedule after the
closing of regular department hours.
- Competent in the use of CR and PACS.
- Assesses, evaluates and informs physician of changes in
patient's condition during an exam.
- Completes all work before leaving including checking with the
nurses' stations, ER, Surgery, holding, etc.
- Performs all quality control checks, as prescribed.
- Maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc.
- Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed
exam; documents any deviations.
- Understands contraindications and potential hazards of
different exams.
- Interacts professionally with patient/family.
- Ascertains patient understanding of process and informed
consent.
- Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never
operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer's instruction.
- Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to
provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety
and related criteria appropriate to the following age groups:
neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and general population.
- Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations.
- Has knowledge of hospital policies and functions of other
departments.
- Able to modify job duties and communicate with customers in an
age appropriate manner.
- Appropriately assesses the patient's pain and involves the
patient in effective management of the pain using age appropriate
interventions.
- Completes annual educational requirements.
- Maintains regulatory requirements.
- Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
- Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within
designated time.
- Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties; maintains
PAR levels.
- Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch
time system correctly.
- Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion.
- Attends annual review and departmental in-services, as
scheduled.
- Attends required staff meetings.
- Represents the organization in a positive and professional
manner.
- Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous
quality improvement (CQI) activities
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and
medical terminology
- A high level of cross-sectional anatomy
- Proficiency with most major CT equipment manufacturers'
hardware and software
What qualifications you will need:
- Registered Radiographer (ARRT) must be obtained within 90 days
of employment start date
- State Registered Radiologic Technician
- Basic Cardiac Life Support, or CPR for Healthcare Providers
must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- 1 year of radiologic/imaging experience
- Specific training and experience in CT preferred.
Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in
Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care
to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30
medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that
well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient
satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive
culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of
patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and
your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to
patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise
can do for your career.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most
Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.
In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in
cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and
other uncompensated expenses.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas
Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity
that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to
apply for our CT Technologist PRN opening. We review all
applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for
interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the
basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status
Keywords: Rapides Regional Medical Center, Lake Charles , CT Technologist PRN, Other , Alexandria, Louisiana
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