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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. #LI-MR1 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