Careers with Orthopaedic Associates
Welcome to Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth – where health meets happiness! We’re not just about treating patients; we’re about creating a healthy work environment that’s as vibrant as our medical expertise. If you’re ready to sprinkle some customer service magic and add a dash of joy to the workplace, keep reading! More importantly, we are locally owned and care about our employees.
MRI Technologist
We are looking for a warm and friendly MRI Technologist to support our busy healthcare team. As our MRI Technologist, you’ll contribute to the overall patient experience at your organization by ensuring our patients are taken care of in a timely, professional and courteous manner.
MRI Technologists are ARRT registered professionals responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Toshiba Elan 1.5T MRI scanner, producing quality imaging in a timely and efficient manner for the patients of OA.
Essential Functions Include but are not Limited to:
- Perform MRI exams in accordance with protocols established by the Medical Director.
- Possess knowledge of MRI concepts, standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements relating to MRI exams and equipment.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical and support staff, and the public.
Specific Skills:
- Ability to correctly position the patient to provide quality imaging.
- Complete understanding of MRI applications.
- Knowledge of imaging techniques to perform routine MRI’s.
- Ability to efficiently operate equipment.
- Maintain proper quality control procedures; perform daily QA/QC, schedule quarterly PM’s with engineer, schedule annual physicist testing.
- Knowledge of imaging equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
- Ability to multi task and juggle multiple requests, PACS systems, and EMR’s.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of current medical terminology.
- Requires adherence to policies and procedures, particularly standards of safety.
- Maintain current CPR and Continuing Education Units.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Greet and interview patients and escort them to the MRI Suite, prepare patients for their exam, and conduct a safety screening of all patients entering zones 3 and 4 prior to imaging.
- Restrict access to the MRI Suite to authorized individuals and cleared patients.
- Maintain visual and verbal contact with patients during scanning.
- Remove patients from the scanner upon completion of their procedure.
- Respond to any incidents or accidents that occur within the MRI suite providing immediate medical treatment and assistance when necessary.
- Be cognizant of, respect, protect, and preserve all aspects of the patient’s dignity and privacy.
- Generate orders and document MRI safety form in the EMR.
- Enforce safety policies.
- Investigate and clear implants as appropriate.
- Research patient histories and obtain prior imaging.
- Enter orders, diagnosis codes, order orbit x-rays as needed.
- Communicate with Radiologists and their office personnel, IT group. Send demographics, workers compensation information, and reports as required by Radiological Associates.
- Maintain HIPAA.
- Maintain CPR.
- Attend work meetings.
- Maintain a safe and clean work area, MRI suite, and patient locker room. Order linen and supplies as needed.
- Assemble and collate screening forms. Restock as needed.
Qualifications:
- Successful completion of an accredited Radiology program.
- National registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT (R) ). MR registry and /or CT registry preferred.
- 2 years MRI experience in a hospital setting preferred.
- Current CPR for healthcare providers.
The above is intended to describe general content and requirements for the performance of the MRI technologist position with OA. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Healthcare setting: Clinic
Medical specialties: Radiology
Schedule: 8 hour shift
Application Question(s): Have you successfully completed an accredited Radiology program? If yes, please list which program.
Experience: MRI experience in hospital setting: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- ARRT (MR) Certification (Preferred)
- ARRT (R) Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate: Duluth, MN 55805: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
To Apply:
Email: Sheila.Hawk@slhduluth.com
Fax: Attn: HR to (218) 722-6515
Or Mail Resume To:
Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth, P.A.
Attn: Sheila Hawk
1000 E First Street, Suite 400
Duluth, MN 55805-2297
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Orthopedic Associates of Duluth, PA is currently seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our growing practice. Our PAs and NPs enjoy practicing within a variety of Orthopedic Sub-Specialties to include General Ortho, Foot & Ankle, Hand, Total Joints, and Sports Medicine. The practice opportunities include a blend of clinic and hospital/operating room time. The PAs and NPs at Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth, PA enjoy the opportunity to maintain a level of autonomy in their practice while functioning as part of a team.
Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth, PA team members live and breathe orthopedics, it's all we do and we do it well. Join a private practice in which you have the opportunity to put the patient first. Where you can work to provide optimal access to all levels of orthopedic care and provide consistently high service and give patients the best experience possible. In addition to our team environment and quality patient care, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
Benefits:
Competitive salary, 401K, Profit sharing, Health, HSA, Dental, Life and AD & D insurances, Short and Long term disability, FSA options, and PTO.
- The Orthopedic department is a very team focused, collaborative group that embraces learning while treating a wide variety of patients.
- The department has 12 Physicians, 8 PAs
- The ideal candidate will be someone who has a background working in Orthopedics, Surgery and Trauma.
- Anticipated work schedule: Days Monday – Friday 40 Hour Work Week
- Clinic Work = 40% Hospital/Surgery Center Work = 60%
- Call Rotation = 1:8
- Estimated Office patients per day = 35 between the PA and the MD
- Estimated procedures per day = 5
To Apply:
Email: Sheila.Hawk@slhduluth.com
Fax: Attn: HR to (218) 722-6515
Or Mail Resume To:
Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth, P.A.
Attn: Sheila Hawk
1000 E First Street, Suite 400
Duluth, MN 55805-2297
Patient Services Representative - Virginia (Rock Ridge)
The Patient Services Representative will greet patients, answer phones, schedule appointments, process
refferals, process prescription requests, and complete chart prep for scheduled appointments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Welcomes patients and visitors to the medical office by greeting patients and visitors in person and on
the telephone and answering inquiries or referring questions to other staff members. - Schedules appointments for the physicians and physician assistant to optimize patient satisfaction,
provider time and most effective use of examining and treatment rooms. Prepares a daily schedule of
examinations for each provider. - Retrieves patient files from desktop, checks for correct sequence of papers, inserts new patient
records, and places files in sequence for physician examination or treatment. - Assists ill or distraught patients as necessary. Telephone transport or family members when necessary
for transportation. - Maintains reception area in a neat and orderly condition.
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 3+ years of customer service experience, with a focus on healthcare industry preferred, but not
required - Personality and demeanor to deal with the public and assist patients
- Basic office skills such as typing and filing.
- Good multitasking, organizational, and phone skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task in a busy environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Proficient computer skills involving word processing and data entry
3+ years of customer service experience, with a focus on healthcare industry preferred, but not required
Education and Experience:
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Job Type: Full-time
Hourly Rate (Non-Exempt): starting at $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
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401(k)
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Dental insurance
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Health insurance
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Health savings account
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
Work setting: Clinic and In-Person
Application Question(s): Please list 2-3 dates and time ranges that you could do a phone interview.
Education: High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience: Medical Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant or LPN license (Required)
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute: Duluth, MN 55805 (Required)
Work Location: In person
To Apply:
Email: dekotah.miska@slhduluth.com
Fax: Attn: HR to (218) 722-6515
Or Mail Resume To:
Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth, P.A.
Attn: Dekotah Miska
1000 E First Street, Suite 400
Duluth, MN 55805-2297
