Medical Assistant Certified - Diagnostic Imaging

Salary Range

$20.00 - $32.00
Overview

Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.

 

Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
• CH Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off
• Generous Retirement Plans
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Gym Membership Discount
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Shift Differential

 

Summary

The Diagnostic Imaging MA-C functions as the Breast Health Coordinator, and is accountable for the coordination and implementation of clinical pathways and the continuum of breast care provided to patients in radiology. Duties include assisting the provider and health care team in providing excellent customer service and quality patient care by performing a variety of clerical and patient-related tasksAssists in other sections of the department as needed.

 

Position Reports To: Radiology Manager.

Essential Functions

1. Coordinates with referring providers within the Confluence Health system and outside Confluence Health to facilitate education, support, and appointments as needed in regards to breast imaging
2. Possesses some knowledge of MQSA requirements and assists in record keeping in the EHR as requested
3. Assists with scheduling and performing breast procedures within Confluence Health.
4. Reviews procedures as needed and follows up with patients and providers on necessary lab tests or preparations for all radiology examinations. This can include providing test results only as requested by the radiologist.
5. Utilizes PACS, RIS, and EMR efficiently and completes required documentation for each encounter as needed. This includes pathology and follow up after procedures.
6. Understands and follows all universal precautions and personal protective equipment requirements.
7. Attend department meetings and participate in all annual required training and in-service training.
8. If working less than 40 hours per week, may be required to work scheduled days off.
9. Assist the BCCHP when needed for breast care related issues.
10. Lifts and transfers patients as needed using safe ergonomic technique and utilizes the hydraulic lift or other safe patient handling devices and the patient's family members or caregivers when necessary.
11. Complies with all continuing education requirements as dictated by regulatory entities.
12. Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
13. Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Position Requirements

Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is an essential requirement of working at Confluence Health. Religious and medical exemptions will be considered upon request.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school graduate or GED
• Accredited Medical Assisting program graduate, or enrolled in externship program.
• Active Medical Assistant Interim (IC) or Medical Assistant - Certified (CM) license through the Washington State Department of Health.

Desired:

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical/Sensory Demands

O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.

F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.

C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.

Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:

• Walking - F
• Sitting/Standing - C
• Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
• Reaching: Above shoulder height - O
• Reaching: Below shoulder height - C
• Climbing - O
• Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
• Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
• Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F
• Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
• Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
• Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
• Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
• Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
• Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
• Kneeling - O
• Bending/Stooping/Crouching - O
• Twisting/Turning - F
• Repetitive Movement - C

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed at a work station and in patient exam rooms, where space may be limited and confined. Requires a combination of working closely with others. Hours may be irregular at times. Requires working under stressful conditions and includes managing provider’s schedules and sensitive discussions with patients. This position also provides medical assistance to all the radiology services and includes but is not limited to review, documentation and scheduling for procedures.

Job Classification:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Hourly/Salary: Hourly

Physical Exposures For This Position:

• Unprotected Heights - No
• Heat - No
• Cold - No
• Mechanical Hazards - No
• Hazardous Substances - Yes
• Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
• Lighting - No
• Noise - No
• Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation – Yes
• Infectious Diseases - Yes