IR Hybrid Medical Assistant & Assistant Scrub Tech

Interventional Radiology (IR) Hybrid Medical Assistant and Assistant Scrub Tech

At United Urology Group, our employees are at the heart of our mission and have incredible opportunities to impact our patients' lives with their urologic care. We foster a culture that thrives on compassion, teamwork, integrity, and diversity, all of which start with our staff! We deliver a cohesive approach to urologic care that provides patients with access to experienced specialists, a superb team of healthcare professionals, and the most advanced technology for patient treatments and therapies. We offer competitive salaries and a great work/life balance: enjoy your weekends! UUG offers outstanding benefits, including tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, corporate discounts, and much more!

The Interventional Radiology (IR) Hybrid Medical Assistant and Assistant Scrub Tech play vital roles in pre-operative and post-operative patient care within the holding area. Additionally, they support the lead Scrub Tech by providing first surgical assistance during interventional procedures (see procedure list below) when needed.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare access sites for procedures, including femoral, jugular, and radial access, as well as abdominal procedures and biopsies.
• Set up and maintain sterile fields and ensure all medical instruments and devices are ready for use.
• Manage sharps, wires, catheters, and ancillary devices during procedures.
• Assist in loading catheters and wires and provide support during arterial closure.
• Operate angiography and ultrasound equipment, including positioning, troubleshooting, and entering patient demographics.
• Transport patients between the holding area and the operative suite.
• Clean the procedure room and equipment after each procedure.
• Dispose of hazardous waste per OSHA standards.
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of all areas.
• Ensure proper transfer of images and data to PACS and verify daily image transfers.
• Follow ALARA principles for radiation safety and document radiation dose and fluoroscopy time.
• Maintain cleanliness of lead protective equipment and monitor radiation badge usage.
• Unpack, organize, and restock medical devices and supplies.
• Utilize Spacetrax inventory management software to maintain stock levels.
• Inspect equipment before and after procedures and recommend repairs or replacements as needed.
• Draw up and label intravenous medications following sterile field competency policies.
• Coordinate biopsy pickups with Pathology and complete necessary documentation.
• Reconcile medications and perform pre-operative calls to explain instructions.
• Send post-op prescriptions to the patient's pharmacy before the procedure.
• Conduct pre-operative evaluations, start IVs, and complete screening questionnaires.
• Monitor patients pre- and post-procedure, documenting vitals and notifying the nurse of any changes.
• Assess and manage groin sites to prevent bleeding or hematoma formation.
• Hold pressure on arterial sites if needed.
• Discharge patients, review discharge instructions, and answer any questions.
• Document patient transfers from the procedure room to the recovery bay.
• Communicate with patient families regarding procedure status and pickup times.
• Arrange transport if needed and assist with patient discharge.
• Assist with patient chart preparation, scheduling, and phone calls as needed.
• Restock linens and monitor hazardous materials disposal.
• Help set up and turn over procedure rooms between cases.

Procedure List:

• Mesenteric Angiography and Embolization
• Pelvic Angiography and Embolization
• Visceral Tube Placement
• Liver & Soft Tissue Biopsies
• Angiograms: Peripheral Vascular Intervention
• Chest Port and Central Venous Catheter Placement
• Biliary Tube Placement and Exchange
• Venous Intervention

Qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of Medical Assistant experience in a medical clinic is preferred.
• 1 - 2 years of customer service preferred.
• Minimum 1- 2 years of front office experience in a medical setting preferred.
• Associate Degree in medical field preferred.

Knowledge, Competencies & Skills:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Outstanding judgment, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Flexibility, problem-solving, and team attitude.
• Proficient with computer software, Microsoft Office Suite, database, and typing skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Must demonstrate a caring, compassionate, and patient-first attitude.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.

Direct Reports:

• N/A.

Travel:

• Must have the ability & willingness to travel to other sites as necessary within a geographic region.

Physical Requirements for the Job:

• Regularly required to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Involves standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting.
• Requires full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• May be required to help to transfer the patient.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.