Certified Medical Assistant – Diagnostic Imaging Services
Clinical and Administrative Support for a HighVolume Imaging EnvironmentDiagnostic Imaging at Meritus Health depends on seamless coordination, compassionate patient support, and accurate clinical preparation. As a Certified Medical Assistant in Diagnostic Imaging Services, you will play a key role in supporting technologists, radiologists, and clinical teams by ensuring patients are prepared, informed, and ready for their imaging procedures. This role blends administrative efficiency with handson clinical care, helping maintain patient flow across modalities such as MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Xray, and Mammography.
You’ll assist with patient intake, exam readiness, clinical documentation, and followup coordination while contributing to a safe, organized, and patientcentered environment. Guided by our mission to improve the health of our community, you’ll help uphold high standards of service, communication, and clinical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Greet patients, obtain medical histories, verify orders, and document vital signs as needed for imaging preparation
Prepare patients for imaging procedures by reviewing instructions, confirming safety screening requirements, and ensuring exam readiness
Assist technologists with patient positioning support, room turnover, and workflow coordination
Perform clinical tasks such as injections (if permitted by certification and policy), specimen collection, and pointofcare testing
Manage scheduling, followup appointments, and coordination of additional imaging or specialty referrals
Complete administrative duties including answering phones, processing paperwork, and maintaining accurate medical records
Maintain clean, organized, and sterile exam rooms and equipment
Provide patient education, reinforce imaging preparation instructions, and support followup communication
Respond appropriately to urgent or emergency situations within the imaging department
Support departmental efficiency by assisting with patient flow, communication, and operational needs
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Certification
Experience
Prior MA experience in a clinical or outpatient setting preferred
Experience supporting imaging, specialty care, or procedural environments is beneficial
Licensure
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to support multiple imaging modalities
Comfort using electronic health record (EHR) systems and imagingrelated workflows
Ability to remain calm, professional, and patientfocused in a fastpaced, highvolume environment
Understanding of medical terminology and basic clinical procedures
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and collaborate effectively with technologists, radiologists, and clinical staff
Compassion, attention to detail, and commitment to highquality patient care
Caring for our Team
We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date. - Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind. - Paid Time Off (PTO)
A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. - 401(k) Retirement Plan
Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals. - Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Support for your continued learning and career growth. - Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses. - Shift Differential Pay
Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.