Medical Assistant/XRT
Exer Urgent Care · Lakewood, CA · 4 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Core Responsibilities
- Interviews patient and measures vital signs, including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height; records information on patient's chart
- Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Drapes patient with coverings, 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 tests, or calls medical facility or department to schedule patient tests.
- Gives injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests
- Inputs data into computer to maintain office and patient records
Requirements
- Must have a current X-Ray Technician Limited Permit issued by the California Department of Public Health (expanded scope is ideal- to include digital radiography, chest, extremities, and torso-skeletal)
- Must be Medical Assistant certified
- Must have prior experience performing EKGs, blood drawing, vital signs and IM injections
- Must be able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced work environment
- Must have a neat and professional appearance
- Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills
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%