X-Ray Tech - Medical Assistant
CareNow10 months ago
Las Vegas, NV, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we care like family and are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. As a X-Ray Tech - Medical Assistant within CareNow, you will support patient care by performing imaging services, collecting patient history and vital signs, and assisting in clinical procedures. Hourly Wage Estimate: 24.37 - 35.35 / hour. This position is incentive eligible.
Key Responsibilities
- Take vital signs, collect lab specimens, perform EKGs, and administer IM injections.
- Perform all x‐ray and imaging services per provider orders and update patient charts accordingly.
- Collect patient history and document in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) appropriately.
- Apply splints, dressings, and bandages as needed.
- Assist with check-in/check-out processes including auditing charts when necessary.
- Maintain records and logs on radiology, lab work (both in-house and external), and drug screens.
- Keep patients and visitors informed of clinic progress.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Assistants or completion of an approved program (BOTP) is required.
- Radiological Technologist (RT) or Limited X-Ray Machine Operator (LXMO/LMRT) license in the state of residency is required.
- Current BLS Certification is required within 30 days of start.
- Must obtain a Federal Breath Alcohol Screening Certification and Federal Drug Screening Certification within 3 months of employment or promotion.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ year of clinical experience in a patient care setting.
- Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Current certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive medical coverage including prescription drugs, behavioral health, telemedicine, and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto/home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, and pet insurance.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits including adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
- Retirement readiness programs, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
- Education assistance including tuition, student loan, certification support, and dependent scholarships.
- Colleague recognition program.
- Time Away From Work Program featuring paid time off, paid family leave, and long- and short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee-only coverage based on income.
Required Skills
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
EKG administration
Radiological imaging
Lab specimen collection
EHR documentation
IM injections