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.Â
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 environmentÂ
Preferred/Desired
Minimum of one year experience.Â
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
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| Certified by a National Certification Board or obtain withing 6 months of hire date. |
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American Heart Association Basic Life Support ONLY
Limited X-ray license or certification (e.g. Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist- LMRT)Â
