JOB DESCRIPTION
The LMRT will perform radiological duties in compliance with x-ray department and legal requirements. S/He will help patients feel comfortable during the entire process and perform selected nursing and administrative/clerical duties that assist in the delivery of urgent care and patient care management under the direction of a physician. These duties are delegated in relation to the individual’s degree of training, in accordance with the objectives and policies of the clinic and Texas state laws governing such action and activities.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
Certification obtained from an accredited Medical Assistant program (optional but desired)
Current Texas LMRT certification
Previous Experience in a Healthcare Setting
Bilingual desired
Current BLS for the healthcare provider from an American Heart Association (AHA)-recognized course
KNOWLEDGE AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Takes patient histories and vital signs
Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments
Administer injections and applies dressings as instructed and appropriate
Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization
Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and exams as instructed and appropriate
Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments
Maintain patient records and other information
Perform direct patient care as instructed by the physician if appropriate
Respect patients’ right to privacy and confidentiality
Maintain equipment in a clean and safe condition at all times
Perform related clerical duties such as filing and scheduling patients as required
Skill in documenting and maintaining patient care records
Skill in following medical quality assurance and quality control standards
Excellent people skills. Ability to work well and effectively with others
VARIABLE JOB DETAILS
Performs radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries by performing the following duties:
Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures
Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician
Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation; moves imaging equipment into specified position
Determines exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy
Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff; performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures
Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician
Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and arranges for repairs as needed
Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed
Must be able to perform radiologic procedures, office duties
May be required to work holidays and weekends as needed
This is not necessarily an extensive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technical development.)
enTrust Immediate Care does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability or veteran status. The above job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements of the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work performed by those assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties & skills required for this position.