Medical Assistant

Position Summary
Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Develops/processes film/CDs when needed. Adheres to established radiology "standards of care". Applies principles of radiation protection, when appropriate to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to hospital wide customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance.
Performs diagnostic and some special procedure medical radiographic images utilizing CT assistance. Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:
1. Understands and adheres to the Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
2. Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires
3. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality, completeness for the type of test ordered
4. Assists physicians during procedures as necessary
5. Performs equipment quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies
6. May be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in the department. Works on call, holiday, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the department
7. Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med or supervisor.
8. Processes films, or prints CD's if needed
9. Performs routine office duties, such as answering phones, checking previous reports/ films, documents information on patients' request, Meditech or hospital RIS and PACs digital x-ray system
10. Notifies transport when patients are ready to be picked up or returned to floors
11. Shows radiologist films and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary (wet readings)
12. May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor
13. Treats all people/staff in a professional and courteous manner, upholding the hospitals behavioral standards.
14. Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
15. Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial needs of different patient populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups
16. Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services
17. Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the department or hospital
18. Performs all other related duties as assigned
Education& Experience Requirements
High School Diploma/GED required
Nuclear Medicine Technologist must be a graduate of an allied health education and accredited radiography school or equivalent. NY State DOH Licensure required. ARRT certification and /or NMTCB preferred.
CPR certified preferred

Core Competencies Team work, adaptability, communication skills, problem-solving skills, planning and organizing, attention to detail, judgment and decisions making skills, stress tolerance.
Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements& Work Environment
• Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of the time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the department to access patients and paperwork.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• The person in this position frequently communicates with patients who have questions about their bills/financial obligations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must be able to observe and inspect employees and patients in the department.
• Frequently move and position patients for exams
• May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.


Primary Population Served
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days) • Patients with exceptional communication needs
• Infant (29 days - less than 1 year) • Patients with developmental delays
• Pediatric (1 - 12 years) • Patients at end of life
• Adolescent (13 - 17 years) • Patients under isolation precautions
• Adult (18 - 64 years) • Patients with cultural needs
• Geriatric (> 65 years) X All populations
• Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities • Non-patient care population