Certified Medical Assistant-Lim Xray-Family Practice Group Winchester

Certified Medical Assistant-Lim Xray-Family Practice Group Winchester

Job ID: 39567

Job Category: Radiology & Imaging

Work Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: Days

Department: BMG Family Physicians Group

Facility: BMG Family Physicians Group

Location: Memphis, TN

Overview

Job Summary

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with a limited X-ray license in an ambulatory care setting typically combines clinical and administrative duties related to patient care, including performing X-rays within their scope of practice. This role involves assisting physicians with procedures, taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and managing patient flow, along with performing limited X-ray procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Greeting and preparing patients for examinations.
• Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
• Recording patient history and updating medical records.
• Assisting with procedures, such as injections, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Administering medications as directed by the physician.
• Providing patient education and instructions.
• Maintaining a clean and organized exam room.
• Operating X-ray equipment and positioning patients for procedures.
• Ensuring proper radiation safety protocols are followed.
• Developing and maintaining X-ray films.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting X-ray equipment.
• Scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
• Maintaining patient records and ensuring proper documentation.
• Preparing and maintaining medical supplies and equipment.
• Answering phones and handling patient inquiries.

Experience

Minimum Required

Experience in a clinical setting, preferably in an ambulatory care environment

Preferred/Desired

Minimum of one year experience.

Education

Minimum Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Training

Minimum Required

Approved nursing or medical assistant course or obtain withing 6 months of hire date.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPPA regulations, and infection control procedures

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Licensure

Minimum Required

Certified by a National Certification Board or obtain withing 6 months of hire date.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support ONLY

Limited X-ray license or certification (e.g. Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist- LMRT)

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