PCT - CAT SCAN

Essential Duties

• 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.
• Auxiliary assistance 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.
• Auxiliary assistance with transferring patients from stretchers and wheelchairs 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

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Job Family

• Radiology/Imaging