XRAY TECHNOLOGIST

Central Indiana Orthopedics PC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Dayton is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting physicians in patient care, performing x-rays, and ensuring a high quality of service. You'll engage with patients, maintain medical records, and ensure a clean and safe environment. This position offers a dynamic work atmosphere where your contributions will directly impact patient care and satisfaction. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess ARRT certification and Ohio Radiography license.
• Experience in patient care and x-ray procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in patient care and perform x-rays with high quality.
• Maintain x-ray records and order necessary medical supplies.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Skills

Patient Care

X-Ray Procedures

Communication Skills

Medical Assistance

Documentation

Education

ARRT Certification

Ohio Radiography License

Job description

Orthopaedic Institute of Dayton - Dayton
3205 Woodman Drive
Dayton, OH 45420, USA

Description

Full time

Position Summary:

Responsible for assisting physician in patient care, performing all necessary x-rays, with a high degree of quality, escort patients to rooms, medical assistance as needed, order medical and x-ray supplies, maintain x-ray records. As well as general MA functions such as H&P, communication with physicians and staff, as well as cleaning rooms.Handles physician messages.

Position Responsibilities/Standards:

General

• Attend department, clinic or company meetings as required
• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns
• Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow staff members.
• Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
• Attend required annual in-service program and/or required CEU’s
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all company policies and procedures.
• Consistently demonstrate attention to detail in documentation, recording and patient information.
• Adheres to established facility safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Identifies potentially unsafe situations and notifies supervisor

Specific Duties

• Escort patients to/from x-ray suites and to/from rooms
• Prepare patients for x-ray
• Perform x-rays as required by physicians
• Perform C-ARM procedure
• Document procedure performed in log book
• Escort patients back to exam rooms
• Communication with physicians, patients and staff
• Be available to physicians during office hours
• Ensure equipment is maintained properly
• Order x-ray supplies as needed
• Pulling, filing and mail back of x-rays.
• EMR intake completed at time of service
• Review H&P for New patients and/or new problems. Requires completion prior to physician seeing patient.
• Medical assistance as needed (casting, suture removal, draw injections, record prescriptions)
• Give instructions to patient with regard to issues with casts.
• Assist with physical therapy requests, off work requests, school notes.
• Assigning coding procedures performed and diagnosis determined by physician. Document on encounter form.
• Reviews encounter form for completeness and accuracy of coding, assuring all procedures and supplies noted.
• Responsible to receive and reply to medical related messages and prescription requests from patients. Record in patient record.
• Responsible for compliance of OSHA regulations-biohazardous disposal.
• Order medical supplies as needed.
• Assist with medical records filing when necessary.
• Disposal of expired medications
• Facilitate scheduling outpatient testing and pre certification for MRI, CT, Bonescan, Dexascan and other tests as necessary.
• Assures exam rooms and clinic work areas are clean and tidy at all times for the next scheduled clinic.

Additional Duties

• Travel to satellite offices as necessary
• Rotating Saturdays or Saturday on-call if necessary.
• Travel to satellite offices if necessary.
• Assist with scheduling outpatient testing and pre-certifications.

Other Duties

• Obtain the readings for MRIs and X-rays for the physician to review and diagnose. May require travel and follow up with local radiologists.
• Contact the ancillary services to align follow up care and promote the communication between all parties.
• Develop a streamline process for the message, written or verbal, to patient after review with physician.

Education/Experience Required:

• Must be ARRT and Ohio Radiography license.

Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements for the position include the ability to frequently hear and communicate orally, see up close and at a distance, read and comprehend, stand, sit, walk, reach, handle, and/or feel objects. Must be able to climb, pull, push and kneel. Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs. Average lift 25-50 lbs.

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