Full Scope Medical Assistant

Intermountain Health

4d•$29 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

As a Radiologic Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you are interested in learning more about this role or about Intermountain Health, click here to schedule time with me! Posting Specifics Shift Details: Part-time (20 hours) Unit/Location: Butte Flats Clinic and Bozeman Midtown Clinic Additional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying. Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible? As a Radiology Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our Imaging service line, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact. What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.” As a Radiology Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our imaging team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by: Obtain and record patient information; vital signs, height, weight, allergies, current medications, medical history, and chief complaint, etc. Demonstrate knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures. Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up as appropriate to ensure completion of testing. Communicate test results to patients and establish plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the Provider. Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider. Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; stock patient exam rooms while maintaining cleanliness and organization, and dispose of contaminated items according to protocol. Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration. Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required. Perform clinical diagnostic x-rays and prepare completed studies for provider review. Perform all required processor and equipment maintenance and quality control processes. Prepare patients for radiologic procedures and protect patients, self and other staff from radiation hazards. Take X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients. Position patients and take X-ray of specific parts of the patients body as requested by the physician. Process film and check X-ray for clarity of image; retake when necessary. Distribute X-ray to appropriate medical staff You may also be required to Draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Per Provider request, may perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs, hearing and vision screens.

Requirements

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) certification
Radiologic technologist license in state of practice
Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
May be required to complete the Medical Assistant (MA) Competency Checklist and perform the function of an MA in a clinic or InstaCare setting.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
2 years of clinical experience in radiologic technology.
Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record patient information; vital signs, height, weight, allergies, current medications, medical history, and chief complaint, etc.
Demonstrate knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up as appropriate to ensure completion of testing.
Communicate test results to patients and establish plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the Provider.
Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; stock patient exam rooms while maintaining cleanliness and organization, and dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
Perform clinical diagnostic x-rays and prepare completed studies for provider review.
Perform all required processor and equipment maintenance and quality control processes.
Prepare patients for radiologic procedures and protect patients, self and other staff from radiation hazards.
Take X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients.
Position patients and take X-ray of specific parts of the patients body as requested by the physician.
Process film and check X-ray for clarity of image; retake when necessary.
Distribute X-ray to appropriate medical staff
Draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
Perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs, hearing and vision screens.

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

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