MED OFF ASST-RAD TECH

Covenant Health; Buena Vista (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/Radiology Tech for its Urgent Care center in Maryville South. The role involves providing nursing care, performing diagnostic radiological procedures, and supporting patient assessments.

Qualified candidates should have at least one year of experience in a medical office setting, be certified by an approved school, and possess current ARRT certification. The position fosters a collaborative environment focused on excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• One year experience in a medical office setting is required.
• Must be currently licensed in Tennessee as an 'X-ray operator in an MD office'.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for clinic patients.
• Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures.
• Maintain x-ray and other equipment.
• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.
• Prepare patients for scheduled procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Radiographic examinations

Communication

Triage procedures

Education

Certification by an approved school

ARRT certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Overview

Medical Assistant/Radiology Tech, Urgent Care- Maryville South

PRN/OCC, Day Shift

Covenant Medical Group Overview:

Covenant Medical Groupis the employed and managed medical practice organization of Covenant Health, providing comprehensive care across East Tennessee. With more than 300 physicians and advanced practice providers in 20 communities, our team deliversexpertiseacross a broad spectrum of specialtiesfrom primary careand walk-in clinics topreventive medicineandadvanced surgical andsubspecialty services.We are committed to offering coordinated, patient-centered care that spans the continuum of health needs, ensuring access to exceptional providers close to home.

Position Summary:

Provides professional nursing care for clinic patients receiving treatments and examination, according to established procedures. Performs routine diagnostic radiological procedures and support activities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program and safety standards.
• Performs radiographic examinations as licensed by certification.
• Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports and other such reports.
• Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; performs preventative maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis; contacts outside service or clinical supervisor for major malfunctions.
• Directs patients to radiographic room; prepares and maintains rooms.
• Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives and infection control policies.
• Prepares patients for scheduled procedures to assist in patient assessment. Accurately records history and performs basic triage procedures per policy.
• Retrieves initial basic condition of patients and reports to appropriate practitioner.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to patient's comfort and privacy.
• Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families during their visit.
• Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records. Maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.
• Ensures an adequate stock of supplies and well maintained equipment.
• Inspects area daily for compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and standards and takes corrective action when violations occur.
• Schedules all outside patient appointments per physician order and relays accurately to patients.
• Take calls from hospitals/ nursing homes and relays appropriate information to practitioner in a timely manner.
• Assures test results are received and relayed to patient in a timely manner.
• Completes medical orientation checklist.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Attend meetings as required and participates on committees as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
• Collaborate with the patient, physician and other care team members as part of a team based approach to overall patient care.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

One (1) year experience in medical office setting

Licensure Requirement:

Certification by an approved school and current ARRT. Must complete and pass state testing requirements for full x-ray licensure. Must be currently licensed in the state of Tennessee as an “X-ray operator in an MD office” (MXRT). CPR required.