Description

General Description: 

This individual is responsible for performing basic x-rays and maintaining the equipment. They also function as a medical assistant working with a Provider in delivering primary medical care

Duties and Responsibilities:   

Radiological Responsibilities: 

• Prepares patient for x-ray (assesses patient for pregnancy, internal foreign objects and any health condition that may be a contraindication to x-rays. Notify PCP of any abnormal findings) 
• Position appropriately and as comfortably as possible 
• Answer all patient questions before continuing with x-ray 
• Develop x-ray film 
• Display film on light board for PCP to view 
• Maintain x-ray and darkroom 
• Orders and maintains necessary supplies to adequately stock x-ray room 
• Maintains filing system of all x-rays taken 
• Wears radiation badge at all times 
• Informs Coordinator immediately if High Risk exposure occurs 
• Badge is to be sent in quarterly for service 
• Maintain personal certification. Keep certificate posted in x-ray room 

Medical Assistant Responsibilities: 

• Active patient care team member: identifying and reporting to provider specific patient needs including those required for the visit and for general health care concerns 
• Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient charts prior to appointment and collecting additional information such as lab results, ER reports, etc. as indicated from chart review and patient care huddle 
• Prepares patient for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room and taking history as required by work flow algorithm 
• Assesses vital signs 
• Performs routine lab procedures, including basic phlebotomy, as listed in Laboratory Manual 
• Assists providers with examinations and diagnostic procedures 
• Administers non-intravenous injections as ordered 
• Maintains patient documentation, including but not limited to, lab orders and results, procedure results, phone calls 
• Assists team in care management as directed by provider 
• Follows Standing Orders 
• Prepares and maintains clinical supplies and equipment 
• Sterilizes all instruments as needed 
• Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment 
• Orders and maintains medications for office (works in conjunction with pharmacy protocols) 
• Assists with front desk duties as needed 
• Participates in professional development activities as offered and required within the organization 
• Complies with all HIPAA regulations 
• Updates and maintains clinical skills (requests education as needed) 
• Treats patients, their families, and staff with dignity and respect 
• Performs other related work as required 

Reporting Relationships: 

Responsible to: 

• Directly supervised by Office Provider 
• Director of Nurse Manager/Coordinator 

Workers supervised:  

• N/A 

Interrelationships:  

• Works with the office manager to promote teamwork between the administrative and clinical staff 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain an exhaustive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Requirements

 Requirements: 

All employees of Carolina Health Centers, Inc. are expected to perform the duties of their job and behave in a manner consistent with the Corporate Philosophy which supports the values of: honesty, integrity, openness, the pursuit of individual and collective excellence, and unwavering mutual respect and appreciation.  

In addition, this position requires: 

• Education:    

- Completion of an accredited Radiology Technologist program 

- Completion of Medical Assistant Training Program 

• Work Experience:   

- One year experience preferred but will work with new graduates 

• Licensure and Credentials:   

- SCRQSA certification 

- Certified by the American Associations of Medical Assistants or willing to obtain certification through an employee sponsored program  

• Skills: 

- Able to read, write and communicate effectively orally and in writing 

- Able to calculate medication dosages correctly 

- Proficient in use of computer and keyboard 

- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships 

- Knowledge of HIPAA and ability to maintain confidentiality 

- Able to manage self and environment calmly and appropriately in stressful situations 

- Clinical skills (basic): taking vital signs, patient assessments, injections, appropriate and complete documentation 

- Clinical Skills (advanced): Phlebotomy, IV, EKG, catheterizations as examples 

• Physical Abilities:   

- Stand for extended periods of time 

- Able to push, pull, reach, sit, stoop, and stretch 

- Have full range of body motion 

- Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a computer, telephone, copier, and medical equipment - Able to lift and position patients using appropriate body mechanics 

- Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to be able to collect data and record where appropriate (i.e. computer and/or paper) - Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus 

• Work Environment: 

This position involves exposure to customer/patient elements. The work environment is that of a medical practice that enforces safe OSHA compliant practice. HIPAA rules and regulations are stringently enforced. The position requires staff to work under pressure at times and with a diverse population. As a medical office, exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, sharps, and other conditions are common.  

This job also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard Office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.