Medical Assistant/X-ray Technologist

Detailed Description:

Primary Responsibilities/Requirements:

• Perform all x-rays in a busy foot and ankle orthopedic clinic

• Perform general nursing duties
• Escort patients to exam room and triage, update patient history, and input orders
• Perform suture/staple removal
• Perform wound care/dressing changes
• Draw up medications for injections
• Call in or electronically prescribe medications under the provider’s direction
• Application of sterile fields and assisting with in-office procedures as needed
• Applying and removing casts and splints and fitting of foot orthotics
• Locate any necessary x-rays, test results or imaging reports
• Schedule tests/procedures and obtain any necessary insurance authorizations
• Answer phone messages and document in EMR
• Prepare exam rooms, restock supplies for clinic, power up computers, etc.
• Prepare charts and test results for clinic and print out patient information
• Assist with verifying pre-op labs and scheduling surgery clearances as needed
• Discuss anticipated surgical costs, copays and policies as needed
• Assist other physician team members as needed
• Fill out disability, return-to-work and insurance forms
• Obtain physician signature on miscellaneous forms
• Travel to satellite offices as needed
• Friendly and Professional patient communication

Must also possess:

• Previous x-ray, casting, wound care and patient care is a plus.

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, TOC physicians and staff
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must have outstanding organizational, verbal and writing skills
• Independent, highly motivated and strong work ethic
• Dependable and punctual for work daily
• Must possess the ability to take initiative and be self-disciplined
• Proven positive, “teamwork” attitude and work history

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to use arms, hands, and fingers skillfully
• Frequent moving, pushing and pulling of heavy patients and/or equipment
• Constant standing and walking
• Must be agile and able to work efficiently in space limited areas
• Consistently work at a productive pace
• Must readily adapt to frequent treatment schedule changes

 

To apply please visit: https://www.visittoc.com/about-us/careers/