LMR Medical Assistant

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus eligibility

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant with LMR experience or Radiologic Technologist background for BHMG Occupational Medicine in Lexington, KY. You will collect patient information, perform selected treatments and radiographic exams, and assist physicians and nurses in patient care.

Strong EMR skills and team coordination are essential. Required are Medical Assistant education or experience, ARRT certification with KROC within 90 days, and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant education or experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program or LMR.
• Active ARRT certification; KROC within 90 days of hire.
• BCLS certification is required.
• Experience with radiology imaging and EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient information to assess health needs and document in EMR.
• Assist in patient care, exams, and procedures with physicians and staff.
• Perform radiographic exams as required with standard equipment.
• Maintain department cleanliness and organize patient flow.
• Obtain vital signs and record findings accurately.

Skills

Patient communication

EMR documentation

Vital signs

Team collaboration

Radiology support

Education

Medical Assistant education or experience

Graduate of Radiologic Technology or LMR

ARRT certification

KROC certification within 90 days

BCLS certification

Tools

Radiographic exams

X-ray imaging

Digital imaging

RIS

Radiology Information System

Radiographic Procedures

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Eligible for Retention Bonus

Bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria

BHMG Occupational Medicine Newtown Pike

Full-Time Medical Assistant MUST have LMR experience or new graduate

MUST have LMR or Radiologic Technologist with your Medical Assistant experience.

The Medical Assistant/ RT or LMR assists the staff and physicians by collecting pertinent patient information needed to determine physical and psychological needs, address and identify health problems. They perform selected treatments, procedures and routine duties under the supervision of physicians and the Practice Manager/Practice Coordinator. Performs radiographic exams as required with general equipment. They function as a member of the healthcare team with responsibilities commensurate with training and demonstrated competencies.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively communicates with patients to determine changes in health status since last visit, including medications, and records in EMR.
• Assists in maintaining cleanliness and order in department.
• Responsible for all records and charting of information related to individual cases.
• Performs all radiographic exams as required.
• Collects patient histories and other related information, coordinating and communicating with others as needed.
• Maintains appropriate and efficient patient flow through exam and treatment areas.
• Maintains adequate supplies and equipment in exam rooms and other areas as assigned and prepares room after each patient.
• Assists physicians, ARNPs, and nurses with patient care, exams, tests, and procedures as designated.
• Accurately obtains and records vital signs, reporting abnormal readings as appropriate.
• Performs clerical duties as assigned including assembling information for patient education, assisting patients with nutrition and toileting as needed, scheduling, and obtaining insurance authorizations for medication

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required:

Medical Assistant education or experience

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or LMR

Active ARRT and KROC within 90 days of hire

BCLS certified

Radiologic Technology, x-ray imaging, digital imaging, RIS, Radiology Information System, Radiographic Procedures

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.