What are the responsibilities and job description for the X-Ray/MA (Palatka) position at RURAL HEALTH CARE INC dba Aza Health?
This is a full time position, Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-6:30 pm.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Current and valid x-ray license
Current and valid medical assistant certification
X-Ray Responsibilities
Performs x-ray/radiology services for patients of the health center as requested by the provider
Prepares x-ray room and equipment, including sterile supplies, contrast materials and catheters, for patient
Processes exposures using film processors or computer-generated methods
Completes all documentation including medical charts as appropriate according to the medical records system and government regulations, including sexually transmitted diseases Cleans and sterilizes x-ray/radiology equipment
Responsible for a variety of tasks assisting patients and providing basic in-take tests and services; assists providers with direct patient care as directed.
Completes medical history, encounter and other required forms in preparation for examination.
Collects and records patient vital signs (e.g., height, weight, blood pressure).
Sets up room with necessary equipment and supplies as appropriate for procedure.
Explains processes to patient; provides relevant materials to patient as appropriate.
Completes all documentation including medical charts as appropriate according to the medical records system
Reviews EHR schedule prior to the end of the shift, to establish needs for the next day
Reviews HEDIS reports and addresses care gaps
Monitors attestations and coordinates completion of process
Conducts and follows-up on lab tests.
Explains tests and testing procedures to patients.
Conducts tests as directed by physician.
Assists physicians and other providers as directed and within scope of licensing
Assists at other AH centers as needed.
Medical Assistant Responsibilities
- Assists nurses or providers with procedures and examination procedures as needed.
- Performs CLIA waived laboratory procedures.
- Performs specific functions in conjunction with health assessment such as vital signs, weight, height, etc.
- Assists in maintaining stock for examining rooms/lab and general maintenance of examining rooms/lab.
- Serves as a patient educator by providing information on specific health care issues.
- Documents accurately in the medical record.
- Participate in the Health Disparities Collaborative by collecting data, educating patients, and maintaining adequate documentation
- Interview patients to obtain medical information
- Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for provider.
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by the physician
- Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing
- Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physicians’ instructions to patients
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean