X-Ray Tech (Eastport Care Center)

Responsibilities: 

• High school diploma~ or general equivalency diploma (GED) required.
• Medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a community college course in medical assisting. and/or certified medical assistant certification and Basic Machine Operator (BMO) licensed by the State of Florida,
• OR Registration as a radiologic technologist R.T.(R) by the State of Florida or Basic Machine Operator (BMO) and licensed by the State of Florida is a requirement.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office or facility.
• Current documentation of a national certification for the registered medical assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or for the certified medical assistant (CMA) through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), and Basic Machine Operator (BMO) licensed by the State of Florida
• OR Registered as a Radiologic Technologist R.T.(R) and licensed by the State of Florida.
• Must possess a current CPR certification and current health records with the appropriate immunizations to work in the health care field (hepatitis B and tuberculosis).
• X-ray experience in the medical environment preferred.
• Continuing education as required to maintain an active / clear license in good standing with the State of Florida and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
• Learns and is proficient in phlebotomy and IV skills
• Administers injections
• Performs pulmonary function testing, holter monitors, ear lavage, EKG, diabetic eye exam
• Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
• Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to particular medical practice.
• Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of quality assurance/quality improvement.
• Knowledge of or experience with developing policies and protocols preferred.
•  Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately as listed above.
• Skill intact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
• Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
• Skill in positioning patients properly.
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate calmly and clearly with patients.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to plan. Prioritize and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.
• Ability to work with computer and effectively use electronic medical records (EMR).
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to lift and position patients for the X-ray procedure required.
• Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shape and shadings.
• Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.