Patient Care Technician

Mission Statement Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary This position provides supporting patient care to patients that undergo an MRI exam within Michigan Medicine. Responsibilities* Provide routine paramedical, clerical & technical assistance related to MRI procedures including Reviewing the Safety Questionnaire with the patient and assisting the patient into hospital appointed attire, for safe scanning. If applicable, the PCT will place an IV prior to their study.

Using Epic (EMR), the PCT will communicate with the team through Snapboard, check in patients (When needed), and answer MRI Safety Questionnaires. Scanner assignments will be used to divide the workload between the number of PCTs scheduled for that day. PCTs are responsible for a clean and stocked work area at all times.

Train newer staff to meet the department requirements. Required Qualifications* High school diploma or equivalent. BLS certification is a requirement of this role.

If not certified, candidates must be BLS certified within 6 months of hire. Ability to push, pull, and lift 50 lbs. Ability to be in stationary position (sitting or standing) up to 80% of the time.

Desired Qualifications* Worked within a large operation that covers multiple sites. IV, blood draw experience is a desired requirement, but it can be taught upon hiring. Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department.

Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes . Work Schedule Hours and Days: Monday-Friday 2pm-10pm Scheduling Flexibility: The department makes every effort to provide consistent schedules; however, shifts and schedules may be adjusted as necessary to meet patient care and operational requirements.

Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. Background Screening Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.

Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.

The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.