Medical Assistant /X-Ray

Company:Concentra Location:Anaheim, CA 92806 Job Category:Medical/Health Reference Code:conc-00017486 Serving the occupational, auto and group healthcare markets, Concentra provides employers, insurers and payors with a series of integrated services that include employment-related injury and occupational healthcare, in-network and out-of-network medical claims review and repricing, access to preferred provider organizations, first notice of loss services, case management and other cost containment services. Concentra provides its services to approximately 136,000 employer locations and 3,700 insurance companies, group health plans, third-party administrators and other healthcare payors. The Company has over 300 medical centers located in 40 states. It also operates the Beech Street and FOCUS networks which include 544,000 providers, 52,000 ancillary providers and 4,400 acute-care hospitals nationwide. Concentra is an Equal Opportunity Employer.NOTICE:Employment Verification Done. 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JOB SUMMARY:Performs Medical Support Specialist duties, and applies X-rays to patients for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes within scope of limited scope X-ray practice as directed by physician and concurrent with Concentra medical protocols, all in accordance with Concentra policies, practices, and procedures.Shift 2:30 to 11pm, monday-Friday.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Medical Support Specialist duties:-Welcomes patients-Prepares patients for health care visit-Places patient in exam room for provider evaluation.-Obtains medical history.-Verifies patient information-Prepares, assists and accurately completes all forms-Supports patient care delivery-Assists providers during examination and treatment-Takes vital signs and performs all ancillary tests appropriate to skill level, certifications and state regulations-Performs ancillary testing and tasks as ordered by the Center Medical Director (PFT, EKG, injections, audiograms, blood draws) and as certified.-Assists in surgery set up and injury care as directed by the treating provider-Dispenses medications and appliances within scope of practice and as ordered by the treating provider and in accordance with state regulations.-Applies bandages, dressings and splints as ordered by the treating provider.-Educates patients-Completes records-Keeps supplies ready-Maintains supplies, cleans rooms and equipment, and stocks rooms with required supplies-Keeps equipment operating-Operates autoclave machine in accordance with policy and procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.-Maintains and operates all clinical equipment, including calibration and record keeping in accordance with current policy and procedures.-Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment-Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, cooperative, sensitive, respectful and kind with dealing with patients, visitors, the public and all colleagues-Assists in maintaining a neat, clean and orderly appearance in the lobby and overall center throughout the day.-Performs drug screen collections for both DOT and Non-DOT drug screens, using proper chain of custody; ensures preparation for pick-up and shipment to appropriate laboratory. -Performs front office clerical duties such as answering telephones, check-in, check-out and record processing as requested by Center Administrator.-Attends centers' staff meetings as required.-Completes required certifications; becomes proficient in clinic systems and procedures, and maintains currency in all policies, practices and procedures.-May assist with clerical activities related to appointment scheduling and patient intake, data verification, office communications, and filing of patient records.-May take X-Rays with appropriate certification and/or licensing.-Performs duties to achieve or exceed established service standards.X-Ray duties:-Positions patient under x-ray machine, adjusts immobilization devices, and affixes lead plates to protect unaffected areas.-Assists in physical exams, assists physician in treatment of injured patients by giving injections, changing dressings, or removing sutures under the physician's or nurse's directions, administers routine X-Ray exams.-Prepares reports and maintains records of services rendered.-Maintains radiological film files and storage, pulls X-Rays as required for referrals and/or copying.-Keeps logs for X-Rays sent out for referrals.-Makes minor adjustments to equipment.-Performs duties to achieve or exceed established service standards.-Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:-High school graduate or GED. -Medical Assistant Certification/License in accordance to state requirements and applicable regulations of jurisdiction. -Limited Scope X-Ray Certified.JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE:-0 ' 1 year continuous experience in clinical operations or medical office work. Bilingual Spanish/English-Post high school coursework and training new graduate of 9 months or less in medical assistant or medical Specialist program and/or graduate of accredited medical assistant school or minimum of 6 months directly applicable work experience. DEMONSTRATED BASIC JOB-RELATED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:-Familiar with routine medical procedures-Operation and control of equipment-Effective speaking to convey information-Equipment operation monitoring-Reading comprehension-Active listening-Social perceptiveness -Monitoring-Technology design abilities to generate or adapt equipment and technology to serve user needs-Written comprehension-Information ordering-Speech clarity-Service orientationWORKING CONDITIONS:-Clinic environment.-Spend significant amount of time standing.-Wearing of specialized protective equipment.-Use hands to control handle or feel objects, tools or controls. To Apply, Click here The Circle of Success.Concentra's mission is to improve the quality of life by making health care accessible and affordable. We serve the occupational, urgent care, and automobile markets with a wide range of services: Employment-related injury care and occupational health care provided at more than 320 Concentra-managed medical centers in 40 states. Urgent care services provided to the public at selected medical center locations in key metropolitan areas. Specialty occupational health care solutions provided to employers through on-site locations, by traveling to the workplace, or via the Internet and telephone. Automobile claim services through our Auto Injury Solutions division. The Circle of Opportunity. Concentra manages more than 320 medical centers in 40 states and continues to expand our geographic reach through the acquisition of established medical providers and the development of new locations. We are actively expanding our Urgent Care service offering by adding this capability to existing Concentra Medical Center locations. Our specialty health services, which we refer to as our Health Solutions division, is rapidly expanding as we identify new ways to provide customized health care solutions for employers and their workers.The Circle of Teamwork. Concentra brings together talented, compassionate people to solve the highly complex issues of health care delivery, accessibility, and affordability. Every day, we make a difference in the lives of thousands of people through our ability to improve health care efficiency and outcomes. Your career path and development can be on-the-go at Concentra, where you can advance as far as your ideas and performance can take you.