Limited X-ray Tech

About UsUpperline Health launched in 2017 and is one of the nation’s leading comprehensive and coordinated lower extremity healthcare organizations. Upperline Health provides the highest quality integrated health services to more patients in need through a skilled and compassionate team. We specialize in targeting patients at risk of developing complications and intervening earlier with an innovative care management approach to prevent more serious consequences. Upperline Health is based out of Nashville, TN and currently has practices in Alabama, California, Florida, Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee.BenefitsComprehensive benefit options include medical, dental and vision, 401K and PTO.About the X-Ray Tech / Medical AssistantUpperline Health California is seeking an X-Ray Tech / Medical Assistant to assist our podiatric physicians in delivering complex health services in the clinic setting at our practice. This person will be based at the Newport Beach office with rotation to the Orange, CA office as needed. The Medical Assistant / X-ray Tech will be responsible for assisting the physician with a range of clinical and administrative office tasks. With varied responsibilities, candidates must be professional, motivated, reliable and flexible problem solvers who demonstrate compassion for patient needs.MUST BE CERTIFIED IN CALIFORNIA TO PERFORM X-RAYSResponsibilities of the X-Ray Tech / Medical Assistant

Cleaning and maintaining treatment rooms and equipment including sterilization of instruments and sterile tray set up

Preparing examination room, equipment, and instruments per patient needs

Explain x-ray procedure to the patientsto ensure patient safety and comfort

Position patients correctly for radiological procedures and take radiographic images (all are lower extremity) as requested by the physician

Operatex-ray machine according to established procedures

Ensure quality x-rays are taken to prevent repeat procedures

Review of medical history and medication reconciliation into electronic charts in the EMR system

History of present illness intake

Ensure accurate charting for the physician

Assist the physicians with minor in-office procedures

Assist physicians with patient care including obtaining vitals, bandaging and DME fitting

Qualifications of the X-Ray Tech / Medical Assistant

A current Limited X-ray license in CA is required - Open to newly licensed applicants

Previous X-ray Tech experience is highly preferred

Experience performing x-rays of extremities highly preferred - lower extremities is ideal

Medical Assistant experience or recent MA program graduate

Healthcare clinic experience is a plus

Strong knowledge of medical terminology

Previous experience working in an EMR is preferred, Athena is preferred

Must be an effective communicator with excellent grammar and interpersonal skills

Exceptional customer service orientation featuring an empathetic, compassionate and professional demeanor with each interaction

Demonstrated experience as a reliable and dedicated co-worker with a stable work history

High school graduate required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

CompensationCompensation is commensurate to compensation for similar positions in the region and based on prior training and experience.Powered by JazzHR