What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant/X-ray Tech position at Halifax Health ExpressCare?
Job description
Halifax Health Express Care is now hiring a Medical Assistant/X-Ray tech in our clinics. We are hiring for our clinics in Deltona and Port Orange. We are looking for someone who is dependable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced clinic.
We are hiring full time positions which include benefits. You must be able to work up to a 12 hour shift which includes select weekends and holidays, with 3-4 days per week scheduled.
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides support to the clinical and administrative teams as needed
- Greets and patients in the front lobby.
- Answers phone calls, and properly takes messages or directs calls to appropriate staff.
- Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming the purpose of the visit.
- Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary and escorting patient to exam room.
- Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding
- Instruct patients on collection of any necessary samples and tests
- Give injections, administering prescribed medications as directed by provider and in accordance with nursing standards
- Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
- Ensure that patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely matter and forwarding charts as appropriate.
- Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.
- Arrange referrals to a specialist and obtaining pre-authorizations when directed to by the Provider.
- Prepare exam and treatment rooms for patient intake.
- Assist with lab testing and Phlebotomy.
- Assist providers in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals.
- Counsels patients by transmitting physician's orders and questions about treatment.
- Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Keeps inventory of stock and keeps adequate supplies on hand; places orders when need and verifies receipts.
- Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
- Adhering to professional standards, policies, and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
Requirements
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Medical Assistant Certification required
- Basic x-ray machine operator (BMO) certification required
- Phlebotomy skills preferred
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs and stand/sit for extended periods of time
- Excellent verbal and communication skills
- Experience with EMR systems
- Able to multi-task and work independently.
- Must be flexible with shifts.
- Must be able to work weekends and 12-hour shifts.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Primary Care
- Urgent Care
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Daytona Beach, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BMO certification (Required)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Urgent Care
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Deltona, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $25