Medical Assistant & Xray - Care

DEPARTMENT:

• 67351 - Immediate Care Vanderbilt

• 801 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, FL, 34108

• Full Time

• 8 Hour Day

MUST HAVE Basic X-Ray Machine Operator (BMO) License.

NCH is an independent, locally governed non‑profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to:
Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence;
Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships;
Have endowed chairs;
Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and Pro Scan. Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there’s always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.

The Medical Assistant/X‑Ray is responsible for providing basic care to clinic patients following established standards and practices.

• Other duties may be assigned.
• Triage patients by injury or illness.
• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, which may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow.
• Escorting patients to exam/procedure rooms. Observes, records and reports patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments to providers.
• Assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.
• Collecting patient history including current medications, allergies, symptoms, etc.
• Provide patient care as directed by provider; this may include screenings, treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Assisting providers with various procedures as needed.
• Documenting patient charts and relaying information & instructions to patient/family. Document all interventions, phone calls, patient/family responses, medication dispensed or prescribed, hospital data, etc. in medical record.
• Answering patient phone calls & messages and acting as a communication liaison between the patient and provider.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include filing or sending medical records to a patient or referral provider; appointment scheduling.
• Collection and handling of lab specimens following established standards and practices. Adhere to infection control safety guidelines, maintaining equipment, instruments, and stock supplies.
• Utilizes electronic referrals process to complete requested physician referrals to NCHMD specialists and ancillary services.
• Performs diagnostic x‑ray with minimal exposure to self or patients. Correctly identifies patient prior to exam, introduce self and receive signature for ABN if required. Keep radiology area stocked.

• Minimum of High School or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant or practical nursing training program with documented clinical practicum hours; OR Medical Assistant certification; OR a minimum of one‑year experience in medical office setting as a Medical Assistant or like role.
• Current Florida Basic X‑Ray Machine Operator (BMO) License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Verified ability to take accurate patient vital signs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively articulate and explain required information to patients.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD‑10 codes.
• Intermediate computer knowledge:
  Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
• Knowledge of basic and specialty specific medical terminology.
• Capable of working under pressure in a fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions while maintaining a professional demeanor and control.