Seasonal CT Tech PRN at Rapides Regional Medical Center

Description

Seasonal CT Technologist

Rapides Regional Medical Center

Shift: PRN

Pay: $76/hour

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

• All seasonal employees are required to work a minimum of 72 hours per pay period during the seasonal period.

• All positions require 1 year of experience.

• Three (3) weekend shifts are required each 4-week schedule period.

• During the course of the 32-week period, the employee is required to work two (2) holiday shifts (defined by Department Manager or designee).

• Within a close geography, you may be asked to float to another facility that has an emergent staffing need.

• Seasonal Staff are PRN status employees and are subject to first call-off. There are no guaranteed hours by the hospital.

• Seasonal Staff will not be eligible for benefits, except 401(k) and retirement contribution per the PRN policy.

• Seasonal Staff will not be eligible for extra shift bonuses (D1/CND, D2/ECD, and D3/EVD)

• Current FT/PT/PRN employees are not eligible to join the Seasonal program for 2023-2024

• Current employees of HWS are not eligible for the seasonal program.

• Shifts may vary based on the needs of the department.

Introduction

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Seasonal CT Tech PRN with Rapides Regional Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

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 free 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.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance 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)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Rapides Regional Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Seasonal CT Tech PRN to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

Job Summary and Qualifications

• 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:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• CPR
• Registered Radiographer (ARRT)
• State Registered Radiologic Technician

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.

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"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Seasonal CT Tech PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.