Medical Assistant Limited X-Ray

GoHealth Urgent Care•Saint Clair Shores, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

In a collaborative manner, the Medical Assistant with X-Ray will provide support to the Medical Providers, Radiologic Technologist, and patients through a variety of tasks, including but not limited to patient care management, organization and communication. This role is responsible for performing limited capacity x-rays for patients and reporting results to Medical Providers. The Medical Assistant with X-Ray completes all activities accurately, with high quality and in a timely manner while living our vision and mission to become the urgent care Partner of choice by re-defining value and access to quality care through: an effortless experience, a culture of care, and seamlessly integrating with our partners and communities. This vision is achieved through our five core values of Collaboration, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, Integrity and Accountability.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire (obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
One of the following certifications is required at the time of hire OR must be obtained within fifteen (15) months of your hire date to continue employment as a Certified Medical Assistant: CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (verified through NHA, National Healthcareer Association) CMA- Certified Medical Assistant (verified through AAMA, American Association of Medical Assistant or CHP, Certified Health Professionals) RMA- Registered Medical Assistant (verified through AMT, American Medical Technologists or AAH, American Allied Health or ARMA, American Registry of Medical Assistants) NCMA- National Certified Medical Assistant (verified through NCCT, National Center for Competency Testing) NRCMA – Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (verified through the National Association for Health Professionals
Or the following certifications are excepted at the time of hire: Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing or LPN or RN EMT – Emergency Medical Technician (verified through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Social perceptiveness and service oriented
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program preferred
Medical Assistant experience preferred
Experience performing x-rays preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for limited x-ray services as needed
Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy using established procedures and safety protocols to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
Conduct patient registration, which includes securing required paperwork and insurance documentation, and verification of insurance and patient eligibility.
Process co-pays and schedule patient appointments for assigned center.
Coordinate provider referrals to assigned Specialist.
Answer patient questions regarding their care and keep them informed of their status.
Inform technical staff of patient flow.
Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit; Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider as needed.
Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.
Responsible for stocking supplies and maintenance of exam rooms, front desk, and reception area; ensure providers have medical supplies needed.
Responsible for completing order sheets to maintain supply inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies.
Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
Answer phone calls, collect and sort daily incoming and outgoing postal correspondence.
Ensure reception is well maintained.
Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up.
Perform opening and closing duties, which includes cashing out, end-of-day communication, and securing the building.
Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed.
All other duties as assigned.