X ray Technologist - $7,500 Sign-on Bonus!

Concentra•South San Francisco, CA

About The Position

The X-Ray Limited Scope & Medical Support Specialist performs routine X-ray, medical, and testing procedures under the direct supervision of the treating clinician. The role also supports other facility areas as needed, including registration and referral management. The position performs routine X-ray examinations in accordance with Concentra policies, practices, procedures, and applicable regulations, while providing efficient, accurate, one-on-one patient care in a fast-paced environment. The employee is expected to help ensure every patient receives quality clinical care and a welcoming, respectful, and skillful patient experience. The position combines radiology duties with medical support responsibilities. These include preparing patients for examinations, performing ancillary tests and routine medical procedures, assisting clinicians, maintaining equipment and supplies, supporting patient flow, and completing front- and back-office clerical work and documentation. The employee must follow safety, HIPAA, and documentation requirements and participate in required training.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Completion of a state-approved Limited Scope Technician certificate program and state license, if applicable.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Customarily at least six months of medical assistant experience, with knowledge of medical procedures and terminology.
Customarily at least six months of demonstrated X-ray experience and familiarity with routine medical procedures.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems using logic, identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Outstanding customer service skills and ability to interact tactfully and professionally.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
Teamwork focus and ability to maintain working relationships with colleagues at all levels.
Participation in initial and ongoing training as required.
Ability to obtain required Medical Support Specialist certifications, including Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, and Hair and Oral Fluids Collection.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to enter data into various systems and applications.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.
Prior medical office, healthcare, and/or customer service-related experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for radiologic procedures, escort them to dressing and X-ray rooms, provide instructions, and assist with positioning.
Explain X-ray procedures and observe patients to support their care, safety, and comfort.
Operate and position radiologic equipment, adjust exposure controls, and take X-rays in accordance with established requirements and regulations.
Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to protect patients and team members.
Maintain, calibrate, and perform QA/QC and record-keeping for X-ray equipment; report malfunctions to the Center Operations Director.
Follow radiology workflows, ensure reports cross correctly to the EMR, and complete documentation related to patient X-ray visits.
Perform DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing.
Prepare patients for physical examinations, take vital signs, and perform requested or required ancillary testing, including vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, PFTs, audiograms, and respirator fit testing.
Perform rapid screening tests, including influenza, strep, mono, and glucose testing.
Assist providers during examinations and treatments; perform routine medical procedures as ordered by the treating clinician and triage emergent patients as needed.
Prepare and assist with procedure setup and injury care; apply bandages, dressings, and splints as ordered.
Dispense medications and durable medical equipment as ordered by the treating clinician and in accordance with state regulations.
Complete quality assurance activities for equipment, medical devices, and testing processes.
Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms.
Operate and maintain medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping; notify a supervisor of equipment problems, supply needs, or facility issues.
Assist center leadership with patient flow and volume, and keep patients informed of expected wait times.
Complete front- and back-office clerical tasks, maintain accurate records, and perform front-office duties such as greeting patients, obtaining authorization, check-in and check-out, communicating wait times, answering a multi-line telephone system, and distributing employer results and paperwork.
Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules.
Attend required center staff meetings or huddles and complete applicable training, including monthly clinical competency training.
Help maintain a neat, clean, and orderly facility.