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Job Title:                    MA- IV Certified

Department:               Radiology

Job Summary: The Radiology Medical Assistant - assists technologist with triage and rooming CT and MRI patients. Responsible for obtaining histories, accessing veins for IV contrast. Must be IV certified. Maintain and organize patient workflow for all CT and MRI patients. The Radiology Medical Assistant position will be performing most medical assistant duties and other clinical duties as assigned. Minimum 1 year of experience.

WHAT DOES FLORIDA MEDICAL CLINIC ORLANDO HEALTH HAVE TO OFFER ITS EMPLOYEES?

We offer a wide choice of compensation and benefit programs that are among the best.  From competitive salaries to retirement plans. We make every effort to take care of the people who make our company great.

Gives you an employer that you will have pride in working for Provides excellent training programs and opportunities for growth Offers Medical Benefits including: Employer Contributions to HSA high deductible plan Discounts at our medical facilities Cigna Open Access OAPIN & OAP plans Supports Incentive based Wellness Programs Offers company sponsored Life Insurance with buy-up provisions Provides Dental, Vision, Long and Short Term Disability, Accident & Illness policy options Supports Paid Time Off and Holidays Gives generous 401K plan with annual 3% Employer contribution after one year of employment Values and appreciates its employees Boasts a reputation for superior health care and quality service

Essential Functions of the Position:

Completes the start of day processes Unlocks cabinets and doors Powers up equipment Logs on all work stations in exam room and work area Sets up medical supplies and equipment for the day Properly room patients Takes and records vitals Updates IEHR (allergies, medications, history, etc.) Assists in following appointment schedule Prepares exam room Prepares patient for examination or treatment Obtains informed consents and ABN as necessary Flags provider when patient is ready Properly documents patient chief complaints and medical history Proper ordering of x-rays in RIS system per physician protocol Applies braces and splints as ordered by physician Performs IVs as need per provider’s orders Assists provider during examination and with treatment Administers injections and immunizations and records them in IEHR Obtains consents Prepares specimens and requisitions for lab courier Performs tests Obtains prescription overrides and prior authorization when needed Distributes, reviews, and teaches patient education Assists provider with completion of forms requested by patients Makes sure all ordered labs have been preformed and results are present Enters charges for services rendered by the medical assistant Addresses and handles all tasks, as well as monitoring provider’s tasks Returns messages Notifies patients of test results and instructions from provider Schedules follow up appointments Enters referral information into the Practice Management System for referral tracking Makes follow up calls to check on patients post procedure as indicated by provider or office protocol Phlebotomy Properly identifies patient at draw point Verify orders and requisitions match, checking all tests Uses proper phlebotomy technique Ensures ABN is properly filled out and signed Uses Personal Protective Equipment when performing venipuncture Properly prepares specimens for transport. Labels specimens properly Supplies proper information on requisitions pertaining to draw such as Date, time, initials, number and type of tubes drawn Properly interprets orders Able to draw 6 patients an hour (35 to 40 patients per day) Rarely needs a butterfly to draw patients. (Ask assistance before using a butterfly) Properly spin down specimens when needed, checking for fibrinogen and clots Pour off any specimens needed for special transport tubes Prepare specimens for transportation with couriers Properly files daily requisitions Pull blood for any add on testing Completes the end of day processes Maintains medical equipment; ensures all equipment is calibrated, cleaned, sterilized and charged Organizes and maintains sample and supply closets Collects red bags as necessary Monitors and replaces sharps containers when needed Stocks exam rooms Cleans and sanitizes exam rooms Empties HIPAA container into destruction bin Logs off of all work stations including exam rooms Locks all cabinets Ensures all Labs are picked up

 

Additional Responsibilities:

Maintains an organized and clean work area Participates in maintenance of clinical supplies Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Physical and Mental Demands:

Physical requirements Able to stand or walk for long periods Use of proper body mechanics Normal concentration and normal complexity of decision making High level verbal and written communication skills Above average ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Occupational Exposure:

High risk exposure to bloodborne pathogens and chemical hazards.

Job Qualifications:

High school graduate or GED equivalent Completion of MA certification program Strong customer service orientation Strong team player Basic computer proficiency IV Certified. Minimum 1 year of experience

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health is a drug-free workplace and maintains a policy in which new hires will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing. This policy is intended to comply with applicable laws regarding drug testing and any privacy rights.