Certified Medical Assistant-Limited Xray

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with a limited X‑ray license. The role combines clinical and administrative tasks, including taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, and managing patient flow.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, knowledge of medical terminology, and at least one year of experience in a clinical setting. This position offers an opportunity to work in an ambulatory care environment, emphasizing patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical setting, preferably in an ambulatory care environment.
• Minimum of one year experience.
• Approved medical assistant course.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and preparing patients for examinations.
• Taking vital signs.
• Recording patient history and updating medical records.
• Assisting with procedures, such as injections and wound care.
• Administering medications as directed by the physician.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with a limited X‑ray license in an ambulatory care setting typically combines clinical and administrative duties related to patient care, including performing X‑rays within their scope of practice. This role involves assisting physicians with procedures, taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and managing patient flow, along with performing limited X‑ray procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Greeting and preparing patients for examinations.
• Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
• Recording patient history and updating medical records.
• Assisting with procedures, such as injections, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Administering medications as directed by the physician.
• Providing patient education and instructions.
• Maintaining a clean and organized exam room.
• Operating X‑ray equipment and positioning patients for procedures.
• Ensuring proper radiation safety protocols are followed.
• Developing and maintaining X‑ray films.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting X‑ray equipment.
• Scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
• Maintaining patient records and ensuring proper documentation.
• Preparing and maintaining medical supplies and equipment.
• Answering phones and handling patient inquiries.

Experience – Minimum Required

Experience in a clinical setting, preferably in an ambulatory care environment.

Preferred / Desired

Minimum of one year experience.

Education – Minimum Required

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Training – Minimum Required

Approved medical assistant course.

Special Skills – Minimum Required

Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA regulations, and infection control procedures.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Licensure – Minimum Required

Certified by a National Certification Board.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) ONLY.

Limited X‑ray license or certification (e.g., Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist – LMRT).