Limited Radiologic Technologist / Medical Assistant (Outpatient)

About the position

Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas. Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast. Job Summary: Performs non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife. Performs x-ray procedures limited to certification scope. Applies prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis at the technical level, not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains treatment rooms and equipment trays.
• Drapes and positions patients.
• Hands equipment, supplies, and instruments to physicians.
• Performs specimen collection and point of care testing according to protocol.
• Operates the testing equipment, develops x-ray films, makes necessary adjustments to diagnostic equipment within scope and maintains patient testing records.
• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients.
• Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs, and reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician.
• Documents all information in the Electronic Health Record as instructed.
• Performs venipunctures as ordered.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Manages scanning of paper records, responds to messages and records calls within scope.
• Supports prescription refill process with physicians.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Certificate/Diploma from X-ray Technician school: Required in CA
• Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT) Certificate or Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Preferred
• Venipuncture certification: Preferred
• Medical Assistant Credential (CMA or RMA) or equivalent combination of licensure and experience: Preferred
• American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) certification: Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Healthstream Basic Life Support (HS-BLS) or RQIBLS or Heartsaver CPR (CPR): Required