PCT - CAT SCAN

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs assignments delegated by the CT Team Adviser or designer and is accountable for the patient care provided in the CT department. The role supports CT procedures through patient preparation and assistance, contrast-media preparation and delivery, patient monitoring, transport, communication, and departmental recordkeeping. Additional duties may be assigned, and leadership may alter or modify the duties of the position.

Requirements

Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire; at minimum, Heart Saver Certification is required.
Previous experience as a PCT, CNA, RRT, PTA, Radiology worker, or equivalent PCT/CNA experience in the absence of the required education.
High school diploma, GED, or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in an early college program.
Successful completion of an Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program, certified nurse assistant program, Fundamentals of Nursing as a current nursing-program student, medical assistant program, EMT program, or Paramedic program.
Physical ability to lift and move patients and equipment.
Effective communication skills for interacting with a diverse population.
Customer-service skills.
Entry-level computer skills.
Ability to use a keyboard as required for the job.

Responsibilities

Mix and deliver oral contrast media.
Prepare the power injector for IV contrast.
Obtain access to a vein using similar techniques to those used for IV access.
Monitor the injection site for extravasation.
Prepare required media and perform enemas for specific exams.
Set up patients on the scanner table.
Assist physicians with invasive procedures.
Access and document lab values.
Obtain patient history before procedures.
Educate patients about pre- and post-procedure information.
Provide comfort measures, hospitality, and emotional support.
Transport patients between departments.
Assist with transferring patients from stretchers and wheelchairs to the scan table.
Interact with radiologists to determine exam protocols.
Handle incoming phone calls.
Contact nursing units regarding exam times and preparations.
Stock and distribute supplies to each scan room.
Complete computer functions required to maintain departmental records.