Medical Assistant - XRT

Exer Urgent Care; Pasadena (CA); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 74 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Exer Urgent Care in Pasadena, CA is seeking an X-Ray Technician/MA to assist physicians with examinations and treatments, perform X-ray imaging, EKGs, injections, and basic laboratory tests.

The role requires a California X-ray permit, CPT I certification, and experience taking vital signs; strong communication and professional demeanor are essential in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Current limited X-Ray permit issued by the California Department of Public Health is required.
• CPT I certification is required or preferred.
• Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs and IM injections.
• Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet.
• Neat and professional appearance; effective written and verbal communication.
• Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant.

Responsabilités

• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information on charts.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
• Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
• Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
• Operates x-ray, EKG, and other equipment to administer routine tests.

Connaissances

X-ray operations

EKG

Vital signs

Medical assistant

Patient communication

Formation

Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant

California X-Ray permit

CPT I certification

Outils

Medical software

Sterilization equipment

Description du poste

Summary

The X-Ray Technician/MA will be responsible for assisting in examination and treatment of patients under direction of the Physician.

Job Title

X-Ray Technician/MA

Reports to

Center Manager

Exer Core Responsibilities

• Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.


• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.


• Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.


• An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.


• Is able to keep up in the Exer environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.


• Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.


• Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.

Major Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts.


• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.


• Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.


• Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.


• Cleans and sterilizes instruments.


• Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.


• Operates x-ray, electrocardiograph (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test or calls medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests.


• Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests.


• Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Qualifications

• Current limited X-Ray permit issued by the California Department of Public Health (expanded scope is ideal- to include digital radiography, chest, extremities, and torso-skeletal) is required


• CPT I certification


• Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs and IM injections.


• Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet


• Neat and professional appearance


• Effective written and verbal communication skills


• Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant

Working Conditions

• Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.


• Travel – up to 5%