X-Ray Assistant

At Newport Orthopedic Institute, "Motion is Life!" What you’ll find here is something special – it’s purposeful work done with a shared sense of community that brings us all together. We take pride in bringing motion back to the lives of the patients we serve. NOI has established a remarkable track record of innovation and medical care that enables our providers to improve the lives of our patients. Our facilities are located in Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Irvine.

The X-Ray Assistant is responsible for all aspects of back-office tasks including, but not limited to: preparing patients to see the physician, assisting the physician with procedures, responding to requests for information from patients, pharmacies, and work comp adjusters, and completing forms and paperwork as requested. Candidate will be tasked with scheduling tests as requested, performing X-Ray related duties, and performing other duties as directed. Works as a team with other medical assistants in the subspecialty area to provide patients with an excellent encounter.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Using Centricity, TouchChart and PACS programs, receives x-ray requests from doctors; notifies X-Ray Tech.


• Prints x-ray orders


• Transports patients to and from exam rooms to appropriate x-ray area (Extremity, ARC, Sports or Spine); obtain wheelchair when needed.


• Helps patient onto/off of table, as needed.


• Sends message to appropriate Medical Assistant when x-rays are complete.


• Brings up X-ray image in exam room upon returning patient to exam room.


• Assists Help Desk Support Specialist in providing instruction to physicians, as needed.


• Scans films brought in from patient from outside service provider.


• Delivers films to Hoag Hospital, as needed.


• Prints films as needed.


• Requests films from archives, as needed, until all charts are digitally stored.


• Scans/files patient documents into TouchChart.


• Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice.


• Maintains detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job functions.


• Attends all regular staff meetings.


• Completes all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

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 or general education (GED) required


• AA Degree or Trade School Preferred

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• One to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience


• Knowledge of practice management preferred


• Familiarity with Centricity, TouchChart and PACS software or, at minimum, is proficient on a computer


• Comfortable using e-mail and interacting with Internet applications


• Good communication and customer service skills

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. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range: $21.00-$22.00 per hour depending on experience