GENERAL SUMMARY

The Urodynamics Technician performs specialized investigative techniques using highly advanced urodynamic measuring equipment on patients with Genito-urinary problems to study, record and assist the Physician/ARNP/PA in the diagnosis and treatment of urological disorders; and assists in office procedures with various urology treatments under the direction of a Urologist. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operates, calibrates, and performs minor maintenance on electronic urodynamic equipment.
• Ensures that urodynamic machines are functioning and accurate prior to daily patient appointments.
• Prepares and arranges instruments, towels, solutions, and other supplies for urodynamic appointments.
• Prepares patients and assists professional staff in performing a variety of urodynamic tests and related Genito-urinary procedures including cystoscopies, bladder hyperthermia, and vasectomies, in addition to operating the machines.
• Responsible for catheterization of assigned patients under aseptic, atraumatic conditions observes condition of patients and reports unusual conditions.
• Acts as a resource person to professional staff on the use of urodynamic machines relative to the needs and characteristics of individual cases.
• Schedules appointments and main laboratory tests and calls the Outpatient Department to verify appointments. Reschedules patient appointments as needed.
• Set up specific urodynamic evaluation procedures, such as collecting urine samples, administering urinary catheterizations, and inserting drainage tubes (such as indwelling catheters).
• Assists in lifting patients and assists wheelchair patients to stand or walk short distances.
• Sterilizes equipment as required.
• Carries out oral instructions and written doctor's orders including preparing and administer medications with physician authorization .
• Explains to patients’ particular procedures undergone. Inform the patient on pre- and post- procedure expectation.
• Reads available literature and studies done in the field of Urodynamics to keep informed of developments in the technology and the methods.
• Participates in educational activities.
• Articulate what took place during the study and document with clarity to the physician.
• Have a good understanding of bladder/bowel function and able to determine the cause of urinary tract and bowel distress in male and female patients.
• Manage materials inventory and maintain the status of equipment and supplies.
• Set up for testing with the proper supplies to perform the study.
• Assess patient and identify if there are any contraindications to the patient having the urodynamic/ARM study performed. Exp: not limited to UTI, Patient in distress or pregnancy bowel surgeries.
• Act as team player: collaborate, communicate clearly, and cooperate with clinicteam members with focus on mission and goals.
• Know how to situate the patients in a special chair without compromising patient safety.
• Understand deviation from the norm and how it differs from artifact.
• Understand that data quality of the test and subsequent prescribed treatments are dependent upon the direct communication to the patient of what is expected during the study.
• While conducting the test, document all relevant events and simultaneously interpret them.
• Assist in maintaining patient logs for Lab requests, CT scans and other treatment orders for the patients along with prescripiton ledger when needed.
• The UDT will perform various administrative and clinical duties under the direction of their assigned direct supervisor .
• Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens .
• Performs basic lab test and performs EKG's.
• Assists with X-ray and physician therapy procedures.
• Prepares and administers medications with physician authorization.
• Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and other first aid procedures.
• Prepares accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times
• Assists with procedures using anesthesia (e.g., Urolift, Rezum).
• Perform basic triage per specific office and clinical protocol procedures.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant.

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Urodynamic abbreviations and terminology and medical technology.
• Knowledge of Estims and Urodynamic procedures .
• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR.
• Knowledge of governmental regulations and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.
• Delivers exceptional patient service throughout all interactions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer-oriented with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
• Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion to patients.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of Medical Assisting program required.
• LPN position: graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Associates preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 1 year of experience preforming UDS studies, preferable.
• Must be a Certified Medial Assistant with a minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in a physician office setting preferably within the Urology, Gynecology or Urogynecology specialties.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling Frequency

1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%