Certified Medical Assistant-Limited Xray

Certified Medical Assistant-Limited Xray

Job ID: 42106

Job Category: Nursing Support & Patient Care

Work Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: Days

Department: BMG Metro Memphis

Facility: BMG Clinics

Location: Cordova, 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 medical assistant course.

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.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support ONLY

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

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