Description:GENERAL SUMMARYThe Interventional Radiology (IR) Medical Assistant is responsible for the pre-op and post-op care of all IR patients. The IR Medical Assistant performs work as required and functions as an effective member of the IR team.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIESResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Make Pre-op call to the patient one week prior to the procedure explaining pre-operative instructions.Send post-op prescriptions to the patient's pharmacy before the day of the procedure. These can be sent electronically, by fax or phoned in.Call patient on the day of consult for review of medical history and current medications.Reconciliation of patient medications.Coordinate with Pathology for biopsy pickup along with completing any information that may need to be sent along with the specimen.Patient Pre-Op including start of IVs and screening questionnaires.Monitors patient vitals both pre-op and post-op and notifies nurse or physician of any vital changes.Post-Op procedures including proper documentation, patient/family transport communicationChanges dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and performs other first aid procedures.Uses CPR skills when necessary.Review discharge instructions with patient.Ensures proper hand off of responsibilities once their task is completed.Scan inventory used for patients outside of the procedure room in the inventory management systemRemove used linens and restock linens.Unpack and restock inventory.Assist in procedure room turnover.Monitors hazardous material box.Regularly adheres and supports compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned including, but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA & CMS guidelines for Parts C & D on General Compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse.If needed, assists front desk with patient chart prep, scheduling and phone calls.Performs other position related duties as assigned.Requirements:CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTSMedical Assistant Certification or Registration required.BLS certification required.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIESAbility to perform well in stressful situations.Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR, Practice Management.Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.Project Management.Vendor relations (for those MA's that are required to order office and clinical supplies).Knowledge of database management.Strong problem-solving skills.Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Delivers exceptional patient service throughout all interactions.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSGraduation from a Medical Assistant Program required. Medical Assistant Certification required.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS6 months experience working within a physician's office desired. Interventional Radiology and/or Urology experience desired.
