Medical Assistant/XRT

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 positive work ethic and inspires others; genuine, caring, and friendly behaviors
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and understanding of audience needs
• Through a genuinely positive style of communication, makes each patient feel informed, understood, and special.
• Is an effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.
• Is able to keep up with the workflow of the Exer environment; faces 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 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) is required
• 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%