PCT - CAT SCAN

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs all assignments delegated by CT Team Adviser or designer. Accountable for all patient care he/she provides in the CT department. 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.

Requirements

Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire. Minimum of Heart Saving Certification is required.
Previous experience as a PCT, CNA, RRT, PTA, Radiology or equivalent PCT or CNA in absence of the required 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.
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.

Responsibilities

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.