Position Summary
This position is responsible for accurate coding, charging, and reconciliation of charges for all procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath/EP labs. Verification of procedural reports by the physicians, editing/preparation of Sensis procedure reports. Responsible for inventory control: ordering and stocking consignment and non-consignment; analyze and evaluate usage; maintain par levels; participate in vendor contracts; meet with sales representatives and initiate cost negotiations; track special buys, tier level prices, and rebates; count inventory and reconcile as mandated; track product exchanges and credits.
Primary Duties
- Works with cath lab transporter to stock central supply items daily.
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Collects procedure charge sheets throughout day and verifies procedure and supply charges on Sensis against charge sheet and exports billing.
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Completes daily cath lab statistical report.
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Places order daily to replace used inventory.
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Maintains inventory consignment par levels, suggests adjustments as needed.
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Maintains in-date products, exchanging prior to expiration.
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Counts consignment and non-consignment inventory and reconciles as mandated.
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Tracks product usage and maintains products with current activity.
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Tracks products with rebates, special tier pricing, bulk purchases.
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Tracks savings and potential savings related to cath lab inventory.
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Works with sales representatives including initiating cost negotiations for new items, exchanging expired items, replacing faulty or failure-to-cross items.
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Responsible for assessing and maintaining department supplies. Assures that equipment and supplies pertaining to responsibilities are available and in operating condition.
- Communicates changes with physicians and staff regarding inventory. Accurately codes, charges and reconciles charges for all procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath lab and Electrophysiology lab
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Verifies physicians procedural report is complete and editing / preparation of Sensis procedure reports
- Assists Director designee with staff education of products and procedures
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Keeps abreast of Medicare coding changes and implements as needed
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Maintains intimate knowledge of Sensis with a constant updating of supplies, staff, and procedures.
- Participates in cases, if the work load dictates, and stays proficient in the clinical role
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Directly consults with the cardiologists regarding their desire/needs while working with the current equipment/software in planning for future needs while keeping in mind the economic impact of needs; doing that in the most economical fashion possible.
- Trouble-shoots for Seimens Artis and Sensis equipment.
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Constantly interacts with cardiologists, Director, and staff is a necessity, and to assist with any projects as they present themselves
Qualifications/Specifications:
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Education: Graduate of an accredited program of nursing or CVT required. BSN preferred.
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Licensure/Certification: Current state Registered Nurse license or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required, or licensed as a CVT. ACDIS certification preferred (CCDS).
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Experience: Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in an acute or intensive care setting required. Knowledge of DRG system, ICD-10, Medicare Part A (for the hospital) and Medicare Part B billing and CPT coding (for the clinic) preferred.
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Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Proficient in electronic health/medical record systems. Familiar with Microsoft Office products such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. Able to manipulate various types of computer equipment
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Interpersonal Skills: Must be able to interact and communicate with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and families in an effective manner, exhibiting tact, enthusiasm, and patience. Must be able to be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.
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Essential Physical Requirements: Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Corrected vision and hearing in the normal range. Exposure to communicable diseases and potentially contaminated body fluids and bio-hazardous materials.
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Essential Cognitive Abilities: Able to comprehend and interpret complex clinical subject matter related to specialty. Able to read, write and comprehend instructions at a college level. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Able to problem solve, using critical thinking skills.
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Exposure to Hazards: Requires exposure to communicable diseases and potentially contaminated body fluids and hazardous materials. OSHA risk factor: Category I. Possible risk of physical injury due to moving machinery and supplies.
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Other: Understands the mission and vision of the organization. Operates within the concept of patient focused care. Evolves into an effective team member. Must adhere to dress code; good grooming and personal hygiene habits; and strict adherence to attendance policies. Maintains knowledge of and conforms to hospital policies and procedures. Employee must maintain satisfactory level of knowledge and skill in Age Specific Competencies for the appropriate patient population. Must have excellent communication skills, be able to multitask effectively, and have excellent organizational skills.
Key Relationships
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Maintains positive relationships with internal customers.
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Is effective in interacting with others and problem-solving.
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Maintains positive relationships with external customers.
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Proactive in meeting customers needs. Responds promptly to customer needs or requests.
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Keeps manager informed of problems, recommends solutions.
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Participates in education/development of peers and other staff.
Initiative
1. Develops specific work plans and due dates.
2. Follows through on planned assignments within assigned timeframes.
3. Effectively prioritizes assignments.
4. Demonstrates a willingness to accept extra assignments.
5. Adjusts to change, work pressures or different situations without undue stress.
6. Demonstrates skill in developing improvements in work methods.
7. Effective in cost control and resource utilization.
Professionalism
1. Adheres to dress code, conduct and attendance policies.
2. Accepts both positive and negative constructive feedback.
3. Attends at least 80% of in-services and departmental meetings.
4. Demonstrates a supportive/positive attitude toward the hospital and fellow employees is a positive team member.
5. Expresses self in an organized, comprehensive, articulate and concise manner.
