Job Title: X-Ray Technician/MA
Reports to: Center Manager
Summary
The X-Ray Technician/MA will be responsible for assisting in examination and treatment of patients under direction of the Physician.
Exer Core Responsibilities
Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.
Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.
An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.
Is able to keep up in the Exer environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.
Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.
Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.
Major Responsibilities
Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Drapes patients with covering 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 test or calls medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests.
Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests.
Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications
Current limited X-Ray permit issued by the California Department of Public Health (expanded scope is ideal- to include digital radiography, chest, extremities, and torso-skeletal) is required
CPT I certification
Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs and IM injections.
Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet
Neat and professional appearance
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant
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%