Urgent Team is looking for experienced Medical Assistants and/or Limited License X-Ray Techs to join our team at Baptist Health Urgent Care in Fort Smith, AR.
About Baptist Health Urgent Care
Baptist Health Urgent Care, with 20 locations in Arkansas, is an affiliate of Urgent Team, one of the largest independent operators of urgent and family care centers in the Southeast. The Urgent Team Family of Centers provides quality and affordable family healthcare at more than 85 locations under seven brands.
Baptist Health Urgent Care’s convenient, walk-in centers provide a range of healthcare services including treatments for injuries and illnesses, occupational health and wellness care. The centers are open seven days a week: Mon. to Fri., 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Additionally, all Baptist Health Urgent Care centers are Accredited Care Centers – a designation from the Urgent Care Association which recognizes the company’s commitment to safety, quality, and scope of services.
Job Summary
This position will perform x-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement using knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Operates diagnostic equipment, develops film and prepares the room with the necessary equipment and supplies for the procedure. Skills in Medical Assisting are also required. Full-time team members work 36-40 hours each week, including every-other weekend. Our PRN (per diem) team members are scheduled on an as-needed basis.
Key Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.
Promptly greets patients when entering waiting area, exam room, and laboratory or x-ray room
Consistently communicates with patients on wait times; provides direction to the next step in the treatment process
Provides solutions to patient problems and recognizes and seeks help in emergent/hazardous situations
Executes follow-up calls with a sense of urgency
Assist front desk personnel with patient check in/out procedures when necessary
Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs and weight, takes brief history, past medical, family and social history current medications, allergies and other pertinent historical information as appropriate
Performs timely radiology procedures for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician
Performs necessary quality control procedures to ensure quality exams are performed
Prepares patients for radiologic procedures and follows established clinical and regulatory procedures in regards to patient safety and care; including proper radiation protection and shielding techniques.
Ensures that equipment is in proper working order and reports any malfunctions to the Area Manager or provider on duty.
Follows documentation procedures and completes required documentation related to patient visit.
Assumes responsibility for maintaining and improving diagnostic imaging knowledge and skills with the support and assistance of outside educational resources
Responsible for maintaining current licensure and certification for the facility radiology equipment and licensure
WHAT'S REQUIRED?
High school diploma or equivalent education based on certification type; skills in Medical Assisting are required
State X-Ray license, or willingness to get upon hire, is required
Full-time Benefits Include
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental, and Vision Options
Retirement savings plans
Paid Time Off
and MORE!
Prn Benefits Include
Competitive Salary
401K plan with company contribution
No-Cost Office Visits and generous discounts on some billable services
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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