X-Ray Medical Assistant

SEMRHI•Hattiesburg, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the X-Ray Medical Assistant performs a variety of clinical and radiologic duties to support the delivery of quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting providers with patient care, performing diagnostic X-ray procedures in accordance with provider orders and established safety standards, and completing patient follow-up as needed. As a member of the healthcare team, the X-Ray Medical Assistant demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate and interact effectively with staff, patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while remaining sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

Requirements

Current Certification as a Medical Assistant
One year of clinical work experience
Current CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
Basic knowledge of clinical operations
Basic knowledge of ICD-10/CPT codes
Demonstrates skills in written and oral communication
Ability to comprehend and perform duties with minimal supervision
Ability to prioritize work and accept constructive criticism
Ability to prepare reports and follow-up as necessary
Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with SEMRHI policy
Schedule patient appointments internally and externally
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and TB skin test
Must continuously listen, visualize, and have dexterity and eye-hand coordination
Ability for simple grasping and speed work
Must frequently sit, squat, reach, use both right and left forearm rotation, walk and climb stairs
Must occasionally kneel, twist, have the ability to grasp firmly, lift and carry, push and pull in excess of 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients in a timely and appropriate manner and demonstrate a caring and compassionate attitude toward patients and staff
Demonstrate the ability to access and assist patients in emergency situations
Interviews patients, measure vital signs, including height, weight & BMI, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, allergies, review medication lists and document correct information in electronic medical record
Perform diagnostic X-ray examinations as ordered by the provider while following established protocols
Review radiographic images for quality and completeness before submitting them for provider interpretation
Position patients appropriately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images
Follow radiation safety practices, including proper shielding and minimizing radiation exposure for patients, staff, and self (ALARA principles)
Assist the provider as needed during exams, treatments and procedures including acting as a chaperone for sensitive exams and procedures
Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies and maintain instruments
Ensure proper handling, storage, and transmission of digital radiographic images
Maintain compliance with state regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies related to diagnostic imaging
Anticipates and prepares supplies needed for procedures to expedite patient care
Clean dirty instruments and to properly prepare them for sterilization as applicable
Perform EKGs when requested by provider
Demonstrate ability to do Audiogram and Vision Tests
Setting up suction and/or oxygen per provider request
Assist with EPSDT exams and update form and Health Maintenance Information
Complete Growth and Development Charts and Immunization Records (including MIIX)
Demonstrate the knowledge to operate clinical equipment
Do daily equipment checks (Ex – AED, Suction Machine, EKG, Oxygen, Sporox, Instruments, Etc.)
Willingness to assist providers, nurses and the front office as needed
Prompt in following the provider’s orders
Demonstrate appropriate documentation in the EMR/EPIC
Effectively communicates with the provider and other staff
Adheres to infection-control policies using universal precautions at all times and PPE as appropriate
Complete patient referrals, prior authorizations, and patient call backs
Perform other duties as assigned
Complete are required trainings prior to deadline
Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to provider
Administer medications including injectables