Medical Assistant/X-ray Technologist/BMO
- Employer
- Orlando Orthopaedic Center
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Salary
- Competitive Salary + Benefits
- Posted
- Feb 07, 2019
- Closes
- Apr 08, 2019
- Industry
- Healthcare
- Category
- Healthcare
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
MEDICAL ASSISTANT/XRAY TECHNOLOGIST
POSITION: Medical Assistant/Xray Technologist
RESPONSIBLE TO: Branch Manager
JOB SUMMARY: Prepares patients to see the physicians, facilitate lab tests, diagnostic imaging reports and other paperwork needed. Assist physician with clinical duties as directed. Provide excellent quality images for the provider while maintaining efficient throughput and patient flow.
WORK HOURS:
Night shift:
Monday-Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm SoDo Walk-in Clinic
Saturday: 8:30am – 1:30pm Winter Garden Walk-in Clinic
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma required
Basic Machine Operator certification
CMA certificate desirable
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
At least one year of experience in clinical assisting; orthopaedic experience preferred
At least one year of experience performing x-rays
Proficient using email and word processing software
Knowledge of practice management and electronic health record software a
Knowledge of digital imaging software; PACS experience preferred
Ability to perform multiple and diverse tasks simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills and cheerful attitude
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Clinical Support
Greets patients and escorts them from waiting room to exam rooms; prepares patients for exam or treatment.
Reviews medical history with patients and updates information in EMR accordingly
Takes patients vitals to include Height, Weight, B/P, Respiration and Temperature; logs vitals on flow sheet and into EMR accordingly
Orders Xrays for physicians according to their specified protocols. Ensure patients are wearing proper attire
Enters patient’s information into digital imaging software
Properly positions patient for specific Xray views
Performs the xrays and evaluates the quality of the images taken before submitting to PACS
Imports cds of diagnostic images from outside imaging centers into PACS
Assists physicians with suture and staple removal, minor procedures, and fracture reductions in office
Applies, adjusts and removes casts, splint, braces, and other DME products according to the physicians order
Draws up injectable medications
Replenishes supplies and cleans exam/xray room
Logs and dispenses medications to patients
Calls in medications to pharmacy and documents in EMR according to established protocols
Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines
Ensures the charge slip for each office visit is accurate and complete
Ensures all forms are accurate, complete and signed prior to giving to patients
Other
Maintains patient confidentiality; com[lies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice
Maintains detailed knowledge of computer software as it relates to job functions
Attends CPR and OSHA training programs as required
Maintains certifications and registrations per state guidelines
Attends all regular meetings
Performs all other tasks and projects assigned by Manager or Physician
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Typical Physical Demands
Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing and walking for over an 8 hour day. Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Normal visual acuity and hearing are required. Employee will work under stressful conditions and work irregular hours. Employee will be exposed to biohazard materials on a regular basis.
Typical Working Conditions
Employee will have some exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances (ie: cleaning products), medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.