Medical Assistant with Limited X-Ray - South St. Louis

Job Summary

In a collaborative manner, the Medical Assistant with X-Ray will provide support to the Medical Providers, Radiologic Technologist, and patients through a variety of tasks, including but not limited to patient care management, organization and communication. This role is responsible for performing limited capacity x-rays for patients and reporting results to Medical Providers. The Medical Assistant with X-Ray completes all activities accurately, with high quality and in a timely manner while living our vision and mission to become the urgent care Partner of choice by re-defining value and access to quality care through: an effortless experience, a culture of care, and seamlessly integrating with our partners and communities.

Job Requirements

• Education: Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program preferred
  High school diploma or equivalent required

• Work Experience: Medical Assistant experience preferred
  Experience performing x-rays preferred

• Required Licenses/Certifications: Limited X-Ray Certification (LLRT or LMRT)
  Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire (obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA))

• Core Competencies: Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
  Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
  Social perceptiveness and service oriented
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  Strong organizational and planning skills
  Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software

• Essential Functions:

  • Responsible for limited x-ray services as needed
  • Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy using established procedures and safety protocols to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
  • Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
  • Responsible for stocking supplies and maintenance of exam rooms, front desk, and reception area; ensure providers have medical supplies needed.
  • Responsible for completing order sheets to maintain supply inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies.
  • Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
  • Answer phone calls, collect and sort daily incoming and outgoing postal correspondence.
  • Ensure reception is well maintained.
  • Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up.
  • Perform opening and closing duties, which includes cashing out, end-of-day communication, and securing the building.
  • Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Preferred: None