X-Ray Technologist / Medical Assistant at Hometown Urgent Care

Description

The X-Ray Technologist performs radiologic exams, following established procedures for patient care and safety.

Performs all the duties related to proper film identification, storage, and reporting functions.

Perform registration duties.

Responsibilities:

· Operate X-Ray equipment to take radiographic films of designated portions of the body as directed by the APP or Physician.

· Ensures radiology equipment is functioning appropriately and reports equipment malfunctions to manager

· Logs radiologic procedures

· Responsible for taking patient history and obtain vital signs

· Perform basic testing or screenings such as: vision, audio, urine drug screens, breath alcohol, EKGs, pulmonary function testing.

· Perform necessary phlebotomy for collection of laboratory samples.

· Accurately complete corresponding paperwork/computer work for lab tests ordered on blood, urine, tissue, and culture samples.

· Able to perform subcutaneous, intradermal, and intramuscular injections and accurately complete paperwork according to policy for that procedure.

· Perform point of care testing such as: strep, mono, glucose, influenza, Urine pregnancy, Urinalysis, blood glucose levels.

· Dispense and document medications and other treatment modalities.

· Insure sterile technique, instrument cleaning and sterilization, proper use of the autoclave.

· Schedule and coordinate necessary records for ancillary care for patients.

· Assist providers with exams and testing (pelvic exams, eye irrigations and ear irrigations, I & D’s and splinting/ ortho-glass preparation

· Perform occupational medicine testing such as: urine drug screens, breath alcohol testing, audiogram, and DOT physicals

· Maintain confidentiality with all patient information (HIPAA).

· Ensures equipment is in working order. Reports equipment malfunctions to manager.

· Logs laboratory procedures completed. Processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.

· Responsible for patient call backs, scheduling physician referrals; specialist’s referrals and pharmacy issues; and patient’s education.

· Maintains examination rooms, sterilization of equipment and stocks necessary medical supplies.

· Performs duties to ensure good patient flow.

· Registration duties: explain to patients' accepted insurances and those out of network and knowledgeable of all pricing. Properly collect and record payments, complete registration screen in a timely manner.

· Travel to care centers within designated region

· Protects patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal information

· Cleans and stocks the site with other members of the team

· Training other team members.

· Additional job responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

· Radiology Technician (RT) or General X-Ray Machine Operator (GXMO) certification required.

· 1-2 years previous experience working in a physician practice or clinic setting is preferred.

· Basic computer skills, including the use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

· Ability to function independently without close supervision, and to consistently exercise discretion and the highest level of good clinical and other professional judgment.

· Ability to complete and maintain CPR certification

· Service Driven

· Team orientation

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to balance multiple responsibilities

· Self- Motivated and Accountable

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Retirement Plan

HSA

Employee Assistance Program