US Heart & Vascular
Location
Houston, Texas
Assists with PET CT and Nuclear Medicine testing by preparing equipment, monitoring patient EKGs, and managing patient documentation. Responsible for patient intake, IV starts, and coordinating schedules for the Nuclear Medicine Department.
Requires completion of a Medical Assistant program and an Associate's degree. Candidates must have knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to perform IV starts and recognize EKG changes.
Assists with PET CT and Nuclear Medicine testing. Prepares stress rooms and equipment for procedures Cleans and disinfects instruments and workplace environment to present a sterile environment for each patient Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials Prepares patient charts and required documentation to include Patient History and pertinent Patient Medications, Patient Consent, Patient Pregnancy Questionnaire, Nuclear Stress Electrocardiogram Reports Interviews patients, measures vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height and records information in patients’ charts Position patients and equipment Uses aseptic techniques to start patient IV and flush with saline for patency testing Prepares patients for EKG’s with electrodes and shaving/exfoliation as necessary Operates electrocardiograph (EKG), treadmill, blood pressure machines, stethoscopes and other equipment to aid in administration of Nuclear Stress Tests Monitors patient EKG’s continuously for significant changes and immediately notifies Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Physician with concerns Data entry of Nuclear Stress Test information into eCW and creation of reporting for Physicians prior to Physician Interpretation of exam Screens telephone calls for Nuclear Medicine Department Returns patient phone calls for Nuclear Medicine Department in a timely manner Monitors Nuclear Medicine Department schedules and proactively works to fill the schedule Contacts patients to confirm appointments, stop medications, food intake and caffeine, and advise of other restrictions 24-48hrs in advance of the scheduled appointment. When calling to confirm appointments, notifies patient of the amount they will be expected to pay at appointment. Provides detailed notes on patient accounts and charts as appropriate regarding appointment communications, physical conditions, symptoms experienced and patient concerns Travel required Other related duties may be assigned Requirements: Knowledge in medical terminology CCT, CET Certification or IV/phlebotomy experience is required Ability to start IV’s or learn within two weeks of date of hire via provided training Ability to recognize significant changes in EKG’s or learn within two weeks of date of hire via provided training Cardiac Experience preferred but not required About Houston, TX: Houston is a diverse city with a booming job market in energy, healthcare, and tech. It has no state income tax, an affordable cost of living, and world-class dining and entertainment. Green spaces, museums, and pro sports teams add to its appeal. Whether for career growth or culture, Houston has it all. Qualifications
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