X-Ray/MA (Palatka)

RURAL HEALTH CARE INC dba Aza Health • Palatka, FL

11h

About The Position

This is a full time position, Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-6:30 pm.

Requirements

• Current and valid x-ray license
• Current and valid medical assistant certification

Responsibilities

• Performs x-ray/radiology services for patients of the health center as requested by the provider
• Prepares x-ray room and equipment, including sterile supplies, contrast materials and catheters, for patient
• Processes exposures using film processors or computer-generated methods
• Completes all documentation including medical charts as appropriate according to the medical records system and government regulations, including sexually transmitted diseases
• Cleans and sterilizes x-ray/radiology equipment
• Responsible for a variety of tasks assisting patients and providing basic in-take tests and services; assists providers with direct patient care as directed.
• Completes medical history, encounter and other required forms in preparation for examination.
• Collects and records patient vital signs (e.g., height, weight, blood pressure).
• Sets up room with necessary equipment and supplies as appropriate for procedure.
• Explains processes to patient; provides relevant materials to patient as appropriate.
• Completes all documentation including medical charts as appropriate according to the medical records system
• Reviews EHR schedule prior to the end of the shift, to establish needs for the next day
• Reviews HEDIS reports and addresses care gaps
• Monitors attestations and coordinates completion of process
• Conducts and follows-up on lab tests.
• Explains tests and testing procedures to patients.
• Conducts tests as directed by physician.
• Assists physicians and other providers as directed and within scope of licensing
• Assists at other AH centers as needed.
• Assists nurses or providers with procedures and examination procedures as needed.
• Performs CLIA waived laboratory procedures.
• Performs specific functions in conjunction with health assessment such as vital signs, weight, height, etc.
• Assists in maintaining stock for examining rooms/lab and general maintenance of examining rooms/lab.
• Serves as a patient educator by providing information on specific health care issues.
• Documents accurately in the medical record.
• Participate in the Health Disparities Collaborative by collecting data, educating patients, and maintaining adequate documentation
• Interview patients to obtain medical information
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for provider.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by the physician
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physicians’ instructions to patients
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed