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Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose
A non-exempt position responsible for performing a variety of duties in the medical practice including: medical assisting and X-ray. Responsible for operating radiographic equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body under the direct order of a physician and in accordance with radiation safety procedures. Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology and registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or registry-eligible required. CPR Certification and previous healthcare experience preferred. Must be certified by the state of Kentucky.

Essential Functions:

• Greets patient confirms image to be taken and explains X-Ray to patient. Takes X-Ray exposures of patient following protocol for position of body intensity of radiation and time of exposure. Processes film and inspects images to determine that images meet the requirements of the radiologist. Maintains equipment and examination room stores film and keeps inventory of related supplies. Prepares patient information files showing patients name date of x-ray and type of exam done.
• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include: checking schedules and organizing patient flow accompanying patients to exam/procedure room assisting patients as needed with walking transfers dressing collecting specimens preparing for exams collecting patient history performing screenings per provider guidelines assisting physicians with various procedures charting relaying instructions to patients/families answering calls and providing pertinent information.
• Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned that may include: setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocols cleaning exam/procedure rooms instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records ordering sorting storing supplies and restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• Fulfills clinical medical assisting responsibilities which vary according to state law which may include medical/surgical asepsis sterilization instrument wrapping and autoclaving checking vital signs physical examination preparations drug administration through various routes including injections prescription verifications with physicians orders minor surgery assists including surgical tray set-up pre/post-surgical care applying dressings suture removal biohazard waste disposal and monitoring laboratory procedures in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA) guidelines quality control methods CLIA waived testing capillary punctures and venipunctures; specimen handling such as urine throat vaginal stool and sputum; electrocardiography including mounting emergency triage and first aid.
• Other duties as assigned

Other Functions:
Maintain compliance with all company policies procedures and standards of conduct.
Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements
(Education Experience Licensure and Certification)
Education:
High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
Medical assistant diploma from accredited vocational institution or community college course in medical assisting. Candidate is required to be a certified medical assistant.
Associates Degree in Radiological Technology from accredited x-ray technical program

Experience:
Minimum one year of working in a medical facility as a medical assistant/limited medical radiography (required)

Licensure:
No license required
Certification:
CCMA certification
BLS certification
Job Competency:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities critical to this role:
Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to family & geriatric medical practice.
Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
Skill in performing medical assistance task appropriately.
Tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively listening and sharing information with patients and families.
Skills in positioning patients properly.
Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying practice manager.
Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.
Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
Ability to plan prioritize and complete delegated tasks.
Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring dealing with others.
Ability to lift and position patients for the type of X-ray procedure required.
Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shadings.
Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.
Language Ability:
Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to critically think through complex patient situations process improvements evidence-based practice.

Equipment Operation Experience:
Radiological equipment used for medical diagnosis and treatment

Additional Responsibilities:
Demonstrates a commitment to service organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.
Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.
Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians patients residents visitors staff and the broader health care community.

UofL Health Core Expectation:
At UofL Health we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:
Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind body and spirit
Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve
Working together as a team to achieve our goals
Improving continuously by listening and asking for and responding to feedback
Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve
Using our resources wisely
Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health