X-ray Tech/MA Back Office

American Family Care Agoura Hills•Agoura Hills, CA

30d•$25 - $28

About The Position

American Family Care (AFC) Urgent Center is hiring part time X-Ray Tech/Medical Assistant to perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing injuries and diseases for a brand-new location ( www.afcurgentcare.com/agoura-hills ) in Agoura Hills.

Requirements

MUST HAVE X-Ray Certification (Required)
Medical Assistant Certification

Responsibilities

Perform full-scope X-rays according to license.
Take and develop quality x-rays within the scope of practice.
Practice patient shielding and ALARA standards.
Keep an accurate log of exams performed.
Knowledge of radiologic standards, requirements, and regulations.
Clean exam and X-ray table, bucky, and room after each patient.
Advise the Clinic Administrator if supplies are running low.
Knowledge of radiologic safety, cleanliness, and infection control policies and regulations.
Follow guidelines and requirements of laboratory and clinical accreditation policies.
Maintain compliance with all established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Treat patients and co-workers consistent with the AFC Mission statement, Vision, Values, and Performance Standards.
Performs the essential functions as defined as by the appropriate Skills Competency Checklist and other related duties as assigned or described by company policy.
Follow set office protocol as directed by the Center Administrator and healthcare provider.
Maintain high ethics and accept responsibility for actions.
Practice excellent patient care.
Maintain patient confidentiality, including shredding any patient information.
Bring patients from the waiting room to an exam room promptly.
Obtain and document all applicable patient visits.
Notify the physician of patients ready for an exam, room number, vitals, and chief complaint.
Observe and communicate changes in the patient’s condition to the provider on duty.
Assist physicians with any exams, procedures, and other processes related to direct patient care under direct supervision.
Clean and dress wounds according to physician instructions.
Apply splints as directed by the physician.
Administer various IM and SQ medications and immunizations under the physician's direction.
Maintain clear, appropriate and accurate documentation.
Perform venipuncture with physician orders.
Complete lab paperwork, use proper collection techniques and, collect appropriate sample amounts in proper media, package specimens appropriately for transport.
Call for a courier to pick up specimens.
Proficient with oxygen therapy, EKG, and AED.
Participate in completing the daily checklist, as well as any assigned duties and tasks necessary to maintain compliance with Federal and State regulations.
Check all supplies and medications, including sample medications for expiration, monthly.
Performs CLIA waived back office tests: COVID RAPID, strep, influenza, pregnancy, blood glucose, and UA dips.
Maintain quality control and documentation.