Medical Assistant/X-Ray Tech (NCT, LMRT) – Cibolo

Job Summary

• The MA is responsible for the care of patients and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Physician/Medical Provider. 

General Accountabilities

• Assure patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently. Greet patients in waiting area, escort patients to a room, initiate registration process.


• Measure vital signs, and record information on chart/EMR.


• Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination.

·       Assist the Physician/Medical Provider with procedures.

• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.  Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use. Assist in maintaining adequate level of supplies and instruments for use by the facility.


• Perform diagnostic tests including eye exams, electrocardiograph, pulse ox, peak flow and or spirometry and inhalation treatment equipment.


• Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, and collect, label and process specimens for send-out.


• Perform both DOT and Non-DOT urine drug screens, using proper chain of custody; ensure preparation for pick-up and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.


• Remove sutures/staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.


• Adheres to established facility safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Demonstrates the safe operation of equipment and machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation.


• Demonstrates the importance of continuing education to the performance of responsibilities and growth in profession.


• Participate in Quality Improvement and Mandatory education/training programs.

Job Qualifications

•  High school graduate or equivalent


•  Some medical experience. 


•  BCLS certification. 


•  Ability to work all shifts including day, night, and weekend hours as needed. 


•  Basic computer skills; including familiarity with electronic medical records. 


•  Detail oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills. 

Environmental and physical requirements 

• Candidate must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, have cognitive skills for math, reading, filing and sterile technique skills.


• Communication skills to deal well with employees, patients, families and Physician/Medical Providers.


• Vision for near, mid-range, far and accommodation.  Hearing for low, medium, and high pitch.


• Job requires physical ability for long-term standing, occasional sitting, crouching, kneeling, frequent walking, reaching with reaching above head and below waist.


• Job risks include exposure to blood and body fluids (high), contact with chemicals, lifting of 30 - 40 pounds, and exposure to infectious disease.