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Form of workJob Location: Ketchum Health - Anaheim, CA
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $33.00 - $35.00 Hourly
DescriptionKetchum Health Medical Clinic is searching for a skilled, experienced, and certified limited x-ray Technician and Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team. This position entails two jobs to be performed simultaneously, or at single times by the hired individual as assigned by the clinic director.
As the limited x-ray technician, the candidate will perform diagnostic radiographic services, which will produce clear and accurate x-ray images according to the clinic's protocols and California (CA) state laws. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in radiology, knowledge of anatomy, adherence of safety protocols and procedures, and a desire to assist patients from a variety of ages, diverse cultural backgrounds, and with different health conditions that require radiologic imaging.
As a Medical Assistant for the clinic, the candidate will perform various clinical duties to keep the clinic running efficiently, such as assisting in basic examinations and minor procedures, relaying information or instructions to patients, collecting test samples, and maintaining patient rooms clean and stocked. The candidate will work together with other clinic personnel to provide high quality patient care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Limited X-Ray Technician (40%)- Perform tasks permitted by their certification and obeys CA state laws that pertain to their position and follows clinic and Medical practice policies and procedures and performs tasks.
- Prepares patients for radiologic examinations by explaining procedures, positioning patients appropriately, and applying protective equipment to minimize exposure.
- Conducts diagnostic radiographic services on patients with precision and care, ensuring minimal radiation exposure and adherence to safety protocols.
- Produces clear and accurate x-ray images of different body parts.
- Operates/maintains x-ray equipment, ensuring functionality, cleanliness, & compliance with health/safety policies.
- Coordinates dosimeter collection and radiation exposure metrics.
- Works closely with the clinic’s Radiography X-Ray Supervisor and Operator to make sure that the x-ray equipment is being maintained properly, and that all protocols, procedures, and CA state laws are being followed.
- Knowledgeable on submitting x-ray images to radiology reading services for x-ray interpretation and ability to retrieve reports with results.
- Collaborates with clinic providers and other healthcare professionals when discussion of x-ray findings is needed.
- Maintains accurate patient x-ray records, including information about radiologic procedures performed, patient histories, and imaging results, in accordance with HIPAA regulations, clinic policies, and CA laws.
- Participate in continuing education and training to stay current with industry developments and best practices.
- Fulfils other duties as assigned by clinic director, medical providers, and other clinic personnel.
- Provide clinical and technical support assisting clinic director, medical provider in the provision of medical care to
- patients for full scope of services while adhering to clinic and Medical practice policies and procedures; upholding
- confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
- Perform patient care Clinical duties include, but not limited to; preparing patients for examination or medical
- procedure, assist physician during examination and coordinating patient treatment plan at time of discharge.
- Administer injections including immunizations, performs blood draws, EKGs, PPD tests, and other tests as directed;
- and medications under the supervision of licensed medical providers.
- Maintain clinic laboratory clean and stocked; accurately runs requested diagnostic point of service tests in the clinic’s
- Laboratory.
- Interprets for medical provider if knows a second language that patients speak as needed.
- Aids with front office tasks including checking patients in and out during visits, verifying patient health plan coverage/eligibility, and aids with administrative and clerical work as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned by clinic director, medical providers, and other clinic employees.
- Knowledge of x-ray equipment, radiologic safety, and protection measures. and/or urgent care site. Experience with using medical equipment. Basic computer skills.
- High School degree or general education degree (GED). Certification as a limited x-ray technician in the state of California, including the completion of an approved educational program and passing the California State Examination. Current AHA CPR and First Aid Certification. A minimum of 1 year of experience in an outpatient medical clinic or hospital setting as a limited x-ray technician. A minimum of 1 year of healthcare experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in an outpatient primary care. Minimum 6 months experience working with an Electronic Medical Record system, preferably Nextgen Office EHR.
Located on a beautiful, seven-acre campus in Fullerton, California, MBKU is an independent, private, non-profit, accredited educational institution. MBKU is home to the Southern California College of Optometry, the School of PA Studies and College of Pharmacy. MBKU owns and operates three health care centers at their clinical teaching facility, Ketchum Health, providing a vision center and PA medical clinic practice in Orange County and second vision center in Los Angeles.
A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE SINCE 1904In 1904, Marshall B. Ketchum, MD, opened the Los Angeles School of Ophthalmology and Optometry in Los Angeles. Dr. Ketchum was a visionary entrepreneur and prominent leader in the optometric profession. He made very significant and long-standing contributions in his field of care, in California and throughout the nation.
In the early ‘70s the College moved to its current home in Fullerton, CA and was renamed Southern California College of Optometry. But even the pioneering Dr. Ketchum could not have envisioned his school would grow to become Marshall B. Ketchum University, an independent, private, non-profit, accredited educational institution encompassing multiple disciplines.
BE AT THE FOREFRONT OF HEALTH CARE EDUCATIONMarshall B. Ketchum University offers career opportunities that will put you at the forefront of health care education. You will be provided with learning and advancement opportunities, as well as a culture that recognizes the importance of fun, employee appreciation and a work-life balance.
Our mission is to educate caring, inspired health care professionals who are prepared to deliver collaborative, patient-centric health care in an interprofessional environment. By joining our family, you can help us reimagine the future and inspire future health care leaders.
BENEFITSMBKU provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, free vision exams, short and long term disability, generous paid time off plans, a university-sponsored retirement plan. See our website under Employment for more details regarding benefits of working for MBKU (www.ketchum.edu).
MBKU is an equal opportunity employer; requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENTMBKU is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism. In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, it is University policy to prevent the unlawful discrimination against students, applicants for admission, employees, applicants for employment and patients requesting treatment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The University also prohibits sexual harassment and harassment on any of the above bases (please refer to the Title IX page for more information).
