Interventional Medical Assistant

Radiology Associates of Tallahassee

Tallahassee, FL, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Description

With over 60 years of service to the community as the premier imaging center in Tallahassee, we continue to grow and thrive. We are seeking a Interventional Medical Assistant to join our growing team. This is a full time, benefits-eligible position. The hours for this positions are Monday-Friday 8a-4p or 830a-430p

This position includes:

Excellent health coverage (CHP) with low monthly employee premiums
10.3% 401K/Pension contribution with no match requirements
23 days of paid time off accrued during first year of employment

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Responsible for assisting in patient care duties as related to interventional radiology procedures and physician demands.

SUPERVISED BY: Nursing Supervisor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

-Must be comfortable handling blood and tissue specimens

Must have the ability to walk and stand up to 6 hours per shift

Assist with moving and lifting of patients, assisting patients to the restroom, and any other patient care duties as needed. Requires lifting capability up to 50lb

Assisting with calling and scheduling patients as well as hands on patient care

Preparation of patients for their respective examinations.

Assist radiologists or radiology assistant with procedures.

Scheduling appropriate exams required after diagnosis at radiologists’ discretion.

Reads patient notes and follows patient safety screening instructions.

Stocking and organization of all work areas.

Requirements:

EDUCATION:

High school degree or equivalent.

Medical Assisting certification required

EXPERIENCE:

2-5 years of previous clinical experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Knowledge of health care field.

SKILLS:

1. Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.

2. Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.

3. Ability to use tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.

4. Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

Combination of standing 4-6 hours per day, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and transferring activities. Must be able to use correct body mechanics to assist patients appropriately. Occasional stress from multiple requests.

Radiology Associates of a EOE and drug and smoke free workplace