PRN Patient Care Technician III

1. Performs detailed clinical screening of patients for technologist review. Informs technologist of any contraindicated responses that could interfere with patient safety.

2. Assists patients with securing valuables and changing into proper attire for the examination.

3. If qualified, initiates IV for contrast studies and provide medical attention for contrast reactions under the guidance of the radiologist, monitors completion and retrieves lab values. Has working knowledge of normal ranges to facilitate efficient notification to technologist/radiologist aiding in proper patient flow.

4. Prepares room and non-sterile trays as needed to assist technologists/radiologist.

5. Ensures safety procedures are followed at all times in all security zones of the Center.

6. Supports the technologists in preparing patients for the exam, helping patients on and off the imaging table, and escorting them back to the lobby or suitable waiting area.

7. Assists with the Priors Management Grid (receiving and validating priors). Obtains, imports, and validates prior outside studies.

8. Prepares images and paperwork to be sent for interpretation. Sends images through the PACS system to the appropriate location as needed.

9. Contacts referring provider office to obtain updated order and to clarify orders when needed.

10. Collaborates with the Patient Scheduling Coordinator when there is a change in exam/prep for the scheduled patient.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear.

- One plus year of administrative experience in a healthcare environment - radiology preferred

- Experience placing IV's is highly preferred, and able to provide medical attention for contrast reactions under the guidance of the radiologist.

- Detail oriented, self-motivated, a problem solver and a team player

- Ability to navigate multiple computer screens and browsers quickly and accurately

- Ability to continuously "exceed" company and customer expectation

- Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent (GED) - continuing education preferred

- Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, Paramedic, and/or EMT training is preferred.

Adheres to Envision's Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and attends annual Compliance training as set forth by the Company.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Other duties may be assigned as needed by supervision.

It is reasonably anticipated SOME employees in this job classification will have occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids.