Medical Assistant - LMRT

UHS•Palmhurst, TX

About The Position

The Medical Assistant LS X-Ray position supports physicians by performing a wide variety of patient care duties, including assisting with patient examinations and treatment. The role interviews patients, measures and documents vital signs, performs venipuncture and other procedures as directed by a physician within the scope of practice, and records information in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines. The Medical Assistant prepares examination rooms and assists with front-desk coverage as needed. The role also performs limited-scope X-ray procedures, including reviewing and reporting as applicable and maintaining accurate records and equipment. South Texas Health System Clinics provides family medicine, health screenings, and specialized care to communities in the Rio Grande Valley, and is affiliated with South Texas Health System hospitals and emergency facilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Limited Scope of Practice Rad Tech Certification.
Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Familiarity with medical terminology.
Experience with patient check-in and check-out processes according to clinic protocol.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient examinations and treatment under physician direction.
Interview patients and measure vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
Perform venipuncture and other procedures as directed by a physician and within the state scope of practice.
Document patient information in the Electronic Medical Record according to IPM guidelines.
Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Assist with front-desk coverage as required.
Participate in decision-making and process improvement.
Assist with daily clerical operations, including answering multiple phone lines and copying documents.
File patient charts accurately and scan documents into files as necessary.
Schedule patient appointments, return visits, and specialist appointments as necessary.
Pre-authorize prescriptions and clinical tests, including CT, MRI, and ultrasound, as necessary.
Perform required X-ray procedures within a basic/limited scope, including applicable reporting and review, and maintain accurate records and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.