Radiology Tech/MA - Lookout Mtn Practice - Full-Time

Erlanger Health System • Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the department Practice Manager and/or physician, performs a variety of diagnostic radiographic exams. This position is involved in a team-based approach to care. Team members are trained to meet the highest level of function for their role as per the State of Tennessee/Georgia guidelines. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to coordinate care for patients and is trained and assigned to support patients/families/caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to manage the practices patient population. Participates in the practices quality improvement process and performance evaluation.

Requirements

• A graduate of an approved JRCERT radiologic program.
• Hospital clinical experience required.
• Basic computer experience (1-2 years' work experience or college level classes).
• ARRT certified (compliant with all continuing education mandates).
• ARRT registry eligible (must complete within one year).
• Radiological student from an approved Radiology program that has completed all academic courses (must be registry eligible within three months and complete registry within one year).
• BLS required within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Prior physician office background performing medical assistant responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of diagnostic radiographic exams.
• Coordinate care for patients.
• Support patients/families/caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change.
• Manage the practice's patient population.
• Participate in the practice's quality improvement process and performance evaluation.
• Escort patients to exam rooms.
• Take vital signs.
• Prepare for evaluations and/or procedures as directed by physician or PA/NP.
• Collect laboratory tests and process waived or non-waived laboratory tests.
• Perform X-Ray.
• Ensure medical supplies are inventoried weekly.
• Perform calibrations on all testing equipment.
• Administer medications as appropriate.
• Call physician offices to set referral appointments.
• Contact patients with appointment time and date.
• Enter all referral information in tracking database.
• Assist patients with billing issues/concerns.
• Assist office manager with the coordination of onsite medical services.
• Support other practice operations as assigned by the Physician or Practice Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees