Imaging Care Technician

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a technologist/radiologist, the imaging care technician (ICT) is responsible for direct patient care considering age-specific, developmental, cultural, and spiritual needs. The ICT demonstrates department-designated competencies and assists in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe, and conducive to patient/family wellbeing, incorporating concepts of relationship-centered care.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED
Successful completion of formal department orientation required to meet the quality and productivity standards of the job.
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, families, and other employees.
Ability to follow instructions and record patient information.
Ability to prioritize assigned tasks and organize work.
Ability to walk and stand for 90% of shift.
Ability to lift, turn, and position patients.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to details for over 90% of time.
Able to work in an area with potential exposure to infectious agents and/or contaminants.
Venipuncture
Start and discontinue IV lines (not to include regulating drip rate)
Routine oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry
Gathers data for post procedure check such as peripheral pulses, vital signs, presence of hematoma and circulation checks
PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System)
RIS (Radiology Information System)
Hospital Order-Entry System
Pre MRI screening form
Contrast forms
Patient history forms
Discontinues peripheral intravenous
Collects/sends/takes labeled specimens to the lab
Obtains pertinent information from patient chart such as: Admitting assessment/diagnosis, Allergies, List of medications
Orient patient/family to waiting and changing areas
Prepare patient for exam
Verify patient name, date of birth and medical record number
Verify exam to be performed
Prepare exam room for arrival, assists in transfers to/from modality table and assists in discharge of patients
Cleans and maintains equipment according to procedures
Gathers post procedural data for entry into Radiology Information System, RIS.
Checks/restocks equipment/supplies.
Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills.
Attends annual radiation safety in-service as modality requires.
Applies awareness of potential radiation hazards and observes appropriate radiation safety.
Attends annual BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Performs specific tasks as delegated.
Provides timely feedback and follow-up to radiology staff regarding patient response.
Receives and provides report to other caregivers.
Promptly responds to patient requests.
Informs patients about planned procedures and treatments to reduce fear and anxiety and encourage cooperation.
Performs modality-specific activities such as venipuncture, obtaining blood specimens, starting and discontinuing IV lines (not regulating drip rate), routine oxygen therapy, and pulse oximetry.
Gathers data for post-procedure checks such as peripheral pulses, vital signs, presence of hematoma, and circulation checks.
Performs patient care functions within systems such as PACS, RIS, and Hospital Order-Entry System.
Records patient information and required data in appropriate areas.
Transports patients as needed.
Performs modality-specific patient interviews/tasks such as pre-MRI screening, contrast forms, patient history forms, and discontinuing peripheral intravenous lines.
Collects/sends/takes labeled specimens to the lab.
Obtains pertinent information from patient charts such as admitting assessment/diagnosis, allergies, and list of medications.
Assists in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe, and conducive to patient/family wellbeing.
Prepares patients for exams, verifies patient identity and exam, prepares exam rooms, assists with transfers to/from modality tables, and assists with patient discharge.
Cleans and maintains equipment according to procedures.
Gathers post-procedural data for entry into the Radiology Information System (RIS).
Checks/restocks equipment and supplies.
Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills.
Performs other unit-specific duties as delegated.
Seeks ongoing learning experiences by attending appropriate in-services, continuing education, and mandatory programs.
Attends annual radiation safety in-service as modality requires.
Applies awareness of potential radiation hazards and observes appropriate radiation safety.
Attends annual BLS certification.