PCT - Cat Scan

Job description

Job Opportunity
Job ID: 55717
Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:
Description:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Performs all assignments delegated by CT Team Adviser or designer. Accountable for all patient care he/she provides in the CT department.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
• Mix and deliver oral contrast media.
• Prepare power injector for IV contrast.
• Obtain access to a vein using similar techniques to.
• Monitor injection site for extravasation.
• Prepare required media and perform enemas for specific exams.
• Patient set-up on scanner table.
• Assist physician with invasive procedures.
• Access and document lab values.
• Obtain patient history prior to procedure.
• Educate patients with pre and post procedure information.
• Provide comfort measures, hospitality and emotional support.
• Transport patients between departments.
• Assist in transferring patients from stretchers and wheel chairs to scan table.
• Interact with Radiologist to determine exam protocol.
• Handle incoming phone calls.
• Contact nursing units regarding exam times and preps.
• Responsible for supply stocking and distribution of supplies to each scan room.
• Complete all computer functions required for maintenance of departmental records.

Job Requirements
General Requirements • Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire. Minimum of Heart Saving Certification is required.
Work Experience • Previous experience as a PCT, CNA, RRT, PTA, Radiology or equivalent PCT or CNA in absence of the required education.
Education • High school diploma, G.E.D. or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in early college program • Successful completion of Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program OR certified nurse assistant program OR documented completion of Fundamentals of Nursing as a current student in a nursing program OR completion of a medical assistant program OR completion of an EMT or Paramedic program.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Physically able to lift and move patients and equipment. • Effective communication skills for interaction with diverse population. • Adept at customer service. • Entry level computer skills. • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Job Family
Radiology/Imaging
Requirements:
Shift Variable
Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED
Status Part-time Non-Benefit Eligible
Facility Sparrow Hospital
Experience Level New Grad