Radiology Associate

Key Responsibilities of a Medical Assistant/X-Ray or Radiology Tech

The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all inclusive:

• Promptly greets patients when entering waiting area, exam room, and laboratory or x-ray room.
• Consistently communicates with patients on wait times; provides direction to the next step in the treatment process
• Provides solutions to patient problems and recognizes and seeks help in emergent / hazardous situations.
• Provides timely follow up regarding lab and x-ray results.
• Executes follow-up calls with sense of urgency.
• Assists front desk personnel with patient check in/out procedures when necessary.
• Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs and weight, takes brief history, past medical, family and social history current medications, allergies and other pertinent historical information as appropriate.
• Assists with patient transfers.
• Assists with procedures directly supervised by the provider.
• Assists in lab procedures under the supervision of the provider.
• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures and follows established clinical and regulatory procedures in regards to patient safety and care; including proper radiation protection and shielding techniques.
• Ensures that equipment is in proper working order and reports any malfunctions to the Regional Operation Manager or provider on duty.
• Follows documentation procedures and completes required documentation related to patient visit.
• Maintains examination room and stocks if necessary.
• Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and patient confidentiality policies.
• Perform phlebotomy, injections, medical procedures and laboratory procedures appropriate for level of training under the direction of a provider.