Medical Assistant/X-Ray Tech (NCT, LMRT) – Crystal Falls

Next Level Medical; Leander (TX); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Next Level Medical in Leander, TX seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under the direction of the Physician/Medical Provider. Responsibilities include greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, and coordinating registration to ensure smooth flow and safety.

Tasks also cover obtaining vital signs, assisting in procedures, performing CLIA-waived labs and basic tests, maintaining equipment and supplies, and supporting a clean, safe facility while prioritizing quality improvement and

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BCLS certification.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Detail oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in the care of patients under the Physician/Medical Provider.
• Greet patients, escort to room, and initiate registration process.
• Measure vital signs and record information in chart/EMR.
• Explain procedures and prepare patient rooms for examination.
• Assist physician with procedures and exam setup.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment; sterilize equipment; manage supplies.
• Perform diagnostic tests and CLIA-waived lab tests; collect and label specimens.
• Perform urine drug screens (DOT and Non-DOT) with proper chain of custody.
• Remove sutures/staples and change dressings.
• Support quality improvement and mandatory education/training.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

EMR proficiency

Attention to detail

Educación

High school diploma

BCLS certification

Descripción del empleo

• The MA is responsible for the care of patients and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Physician/Medical Provider.

Job Summary

• The MA is responsible for the care of patients and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Physician/Medical Provider.

General Accountabilities

• Assure patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently. Greet patients in waiting area, escort patients to a room, initiate registration process.
• Measure vital signs, and record information on chart/EMR.
• Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination.
• Assist the Physician/Medical Provider with procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment. Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use. Assist in maintaining adequate level of supplies and instruments for use by the facility.
• Perform diagnostic tests including eye exams, electrocardiograph, pulse ox, peak flow and or spirometry and inhalation treatment equipment.
• Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, and collect, label and process specimens for send-out.
• Perform both DOT and Non-DOT urine drug screens, using proper chain of custody; ensure preparation for pick-up and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.
• Remove sutures/staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
• Adheres to established facility safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Demonstrates the safe operation of equipment and machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation.
• Demonstrates the importance of continuing education to the performance of responsibilities and growth in profession.
• Participate in Quality Improvement and Mandatory education/training programs.

Job Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Some medical experience.
• BCLS certification.
• Ability to work all shifts including day, night, and weekend hours as needed.
• Basic computer skills; including familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Detail oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Environmental And Physical Requirements

• Candidate must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, have cognitive skills for math, reading, filing and sterile technique skills.
• Communication skills to deal well with employees, patients, families and Physician/Medical Providers.
• Vision for near, mid-range, far and accommodation. Hearing for low, medium, and high pitch.
• Job requires physical ability for long-term standing, occasional sitting, crouching, kneeling, frequent walking, reaching with reaching above head and below waist.
• Job risks include exposure to blood and body fluids (high), contact with chemicals, lifting of 30 - 40 pounds, and exposure to infectious disease.