Urodynamics Technician - Saint Paul, United States - Minnesota Urology P.A.

Description

Job Description

Urodynamic and Women's Health Clinic Assist

Regular Daytime Hours, No Evenings, No Weekends, No Holidays

Minnesota Urology is the largest independent urologic specialty practice in the state of Minnesota and was formed as an integration of Minnesota's two most respected independent urology practices; Minnesota Urology and Urology Associates. Our providers are devoted to a singular vision to deliver optimal and compassionate specialty care. Our success and recognition as a national leader in the practice of urology is a direct result of the collective work of dedicated staff members and physicians.

Primary Objective

The Urodynamic Technician is responsible for maintaining professional standards while providing excellent patient care. These responsibilities include performing effective and efficient urodynamic and video urodynamic testing, patient education, assisting with research studies, and working with the day-to-day functions within the Center for Continence Care. The Urodynamic Technician also provides assistance to the physician and travels to satellite clinics as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct patient care for routine urodynamic testing including catheterization's with attention of preventing infections.
• Provide direct patient care and assistance to the physician during video urodynamics.
• Assist physician with the interpretation of urodynamic studies.
• Assist with addition procedures performed during urodynamic testing including, cystoscopy, bladder ultrasound, vaginal/rectal exams and catheterization.
• Do simple urinalysis, including appropriate collection and handling of specimens.
• Provide education to the patient.
• Maintain urodynamic equipment and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Assist with research studies under the direction of the Research Coordinator; including such responsibilities as following research protocol, data collection, patient follow-up and record keeping.
• Communicate with the patient in such a manner to calm fears and provide a professional and safe environment.
• Play an integral part in helping to maintain an efficient, cost-effective department with an emphasis on patient satisfaction.
• Assist with the maintenance of the department by providing a sanitary work atmosphere, maintaining an adequate supply inventory.
• Answer incoming phone calls, responding to patient inquiries regarding urodynamic testing and protocols. Assist in appointment scheduling or rescheduling. Work with and help cover the CCC scheduler and physician's voicemail. For calls regarding patient questions about treatment, lab results, etc. refer patients to appropriate clinical assistant voice mail if unable to help.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED
• Trained in Urodynamics.
• Graduate of an accredited program of LPN's/Medical Assistants (MA's must pass certification examination within 1 year of start date).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for full time employees
• Medical, Dental, Vision and much more
• Opportunities for career advancement
• 401k plan with employer match
• PTO/Vacation

Minnesota Urology P.A. is an equal opportunity employer.

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