Medical Assistant - Urology

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$20.00/hr - $24.00/hr

• Rooms patients during the clinic.
• Perform all necessary in-house testing prior to the physician seeing the patient, which include UA Dip, bladder ultrasound, uroflows.
• Schedule nursing tasks such as catheter removals, catheter changes, BCG instillations, DMSO installations, Urocuff studies, bladder ultrasounds, and other scheduled responsibilities.
• Preps and assists physicians with in-office procedures.
• Performs clerical duties related to clinical services including appointment scheduling, returning messages for patients as requested by physicians.
• Fills out FMLA or disability paperwork for assigned physicians.
• Performs medical receptionist duties as necessary: answers telephone, screens calls, takes messages, works on incoming faxes, takes payments, and provides information.
• Obtains, verifies, and updates patient information and provides support services to patients and medical staff.
• Obtains prior authorization for ordered imaging and prescriptions.
• Assists team’s scribe with prescription refill requests.
• Works with the team’s scribe to address physician’s telephone encounters and documents.
• Performs daily assigned tasks related to JCAHO or CLIA compliance.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning of the clinical area as assigned by the clinical supervisor—including exam rooms, procedure rooms, patient restrooms, lab, and instrument cleaning area.
• Other duties as assigned by admin.

• Patient Care
• Escort and prepare patients for examination or treatment.
• Obtain and record vital signs, medical history, and other relevant patient information.
• Assist urologists with procedures, examinations, and urological tests.
• Educate patients on urological procedures, treatments, and post-care instructions.
• Administer medications and injections as directed by the urologist.
• Clinical Support:
  Prepare and maintain urology exam rooms with necessary supplies and equipment.
• Sterilize and maintain medical instruments and equipment.
• Perform basic diagnostic tests such as urinalysis and bladder scans.
• Assist in urological diagnostic procedures, including cystoscopies and urodynamic studies.
• Administrative Duties:
  Schedule appointments, surgeries, and follow-up visits for urology patients.
• Manage patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Handle billing and coding related to urology procedures and visits.
• Obtain and verify insurance information and process prior authorizations.
• Answer phone calls, address patient inquiries, and provide information as needed.
• Collaboration:
  
  Coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, physicians, and administrative staff.
• Communicate effectively with patients to ensure they understand their treatment plans and follow-up instructions.
• Assist in the coordination of care with external healthcare providers and specialists.
• Equipment and Supplies:
  Maintain an inventory of urology-related supplies and reorder as necessary.
• Ensure the proper functioning and calibration of urological equipment.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or issues promptly.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance:
  Adhere to all relevant healthcare regulations and protocols.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and patient privacy policies.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

• Medical terminology and office procedures.
• Grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type from draft copy and review/edit reports and correspondence.
• Basic arithmetic to make calculations, balance/reconcile figures, and make changes accurately.
• Medical assisting tasks including taking vital signs, drawing blood, lab processing, procedure prep, and RX prior authorizations.
• Healthcare systems, regulations, policies, and functions.
• Infection control and safety standards.

• Operating office equipment.
• Organizational skills: time management,…