ABOUT ASCESNION SAINT THOMAS URGENT CARE:Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care, with 18 locations in Tennessee, 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.
Ascension Saint Thomas 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: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Additionally, all Ascension Saint Thomas 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:The Medical Assistant/X-Ray or Radiology Tech will be responsible for greeting patients, activating patient files and providing support to patients and medical staff.
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.• Provides timely follow up regarding lab and x-ray results.• Executes follow-up calls with sense of urgency.• Assists 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.• Assists with patient transfers.• Assists with procedures directly supervised by the provider.• Assists in lab procedures under the supervision of the provider.• 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 Regional Operation Manager or provider on duty.• Follows documentation procedures and completes required documentation related to patient visit.• Maintains examination room and stocks if necessary.• Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and patient confidentiality policies.• Perform phlebotomy, injections, medical procedures and laboratory procedures appropriate for level of training under the direction of a provider.
WHAT'S REQUIRED • High school diploma or equivalent required• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant• Medical Assistant Certificate or equivalent experience• Valid State License to perform X-Rays • BLS Certification required
FULL-TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE:• Competitive Salary• Medical, Dental, and Vision Options• Retirement savings plans• Continuing Education Reimbursement• 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