Limited X-Ray Technician

Motion is Life! We bring motion back to the lives of the patients and families we serve. We are Newport Orthopedic Institute (Innovative Health Management Partner), the largest coastal orthopedic specialty group in Orange County. What you’ll find here is something special – it’s purposeful work done with a shared sense of community that brings us all together. For more than 15 years, NOI has established a remarkable track record of innovation and care that enables our providers to improve the lives of our patients. Discover the difference here at Newport Orthopedic Institute. We work passionately and with a clear sense of purpose and responsibility to ensure our patients get the best orthopedic care available. As a top-rated organization, we’ve helped thousands regain their freedom and quality of life. We are a growing organization and have immediate openings for eager and driven professionals.

The Limited X-Ray Technician is responsible for back-office Medical Assistant duties such as: preparing patients to see the physician, assisting the physician with procedures, responding to requests for information from patients, physicians, pharmacies, and worker's compensation adjusters, completing forms and paperwork, scheduling tests, and assisting with x-ray related duties. Works as a team with other medical assistants in the subspecialty area to provide patients with an excellent encounter.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

X-Ray Duties:

• Captures X-Ray images of patient extremities for diagnosis – studies X-Ray images to create a detailed report of findings and presents them to physicians in a clear and detailed manner.
• Complies with governmental protocols to ensure the safety of patients and employees by using protective instruments and exercising safety measures.
• Controls X-Ray video display and verifies the quality of pictures taken meets quality standards.
• Arranges timely service of radiographic equipment in making minor repairs (as outlined).

Medical Assisting Duties:

• Prepares for the day by assuring that all medical records, test results and films are available for the physician.
• Assures exam rooms are clean and ready for the next patient; prepares rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Puts charts up for physician when patient is ready in exam room.
• Prepares patients for exam or treatment.
• Assists physicians during examinations and minor procedures as directed by the physician, including suture/stitch removal and dressing removal/applications, removes and applies casts and splints, etc.
• Documents all patient correspondence in NextGEN, whether the encounter is in person, by phone, fax or e-mail.
• Assists all doctors in specialty area according to their protocol.
• Changes patient’s appointment status in Centricity during visit/treatment.
• Schedules tests and off-site procedures when necessary.
• Sends task to MRI, Physical Therapy and Surgery Schedulers as necessary.
• Orders and maintains supplies from company-approved vendors in coordination with other MAs; stocks exam rooms, and maintains equipment for patient treatment including sterilizer, cast saw and centrifuge.
• Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines.
• Approves pharmacy requests for prescription refills according to physician protocol.
• Works closely with Triage Medical Assistants to address all clinical questions from patients within established protocols.
• Obtains and reviews all test results and reports ordered by physician. Presents abnormal results to physician for immediate review. Assures all results and reports are in the medical record for physician to review and approve.
• Ensures that laboratory samples are picked up by the reference laboratory.
• Obtains internal authorization for workers’ compensation referrals to physicians, services or surgery.
• Provides internal office staff, workers’ compensation adjusters, and/or case managers with work status reports and other clinical information as requested.
• Verifies HMO insurance eligibility on a daily basis to ensure patients are covered for current month.
• Completes patient disability forms for physician approval.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School degree required
• CMA certificate preferred
• Training in orthopedics preferred
• Training and X-Ray Tech License
• CPR certification

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience and knowledge in X-Ray preferred
• Working knowledge of managed care basics
• Knowledge of anatomy

Typical Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing and walking. Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Normal visual acuity and hearing are required. Employee may work under stressful conditions and work irregular hours. Employee will be exposed to body fluids on a regular basis.

Typical Working Condition

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.