Compiles and... [+] More

Compiles and keeps medical records of patients of health care delivery system to document patient condition and treatment. Checks medical records for completeness and to abstract and code clinical data, such as diseases, operations, procedures, and therapies, using standard classification systems.

Compiles medical care and census data for statistical reports on types of diseases treated, surgery performed, and use of hospital beds, in response to inquiries from law firms, insurance companies, and government agencies. Maintains and uses variety of health record indexes and storage and retrieval systems. Operates computer to process, store, and retrieve health information. Assists Medical Records Administrator in special studies or research as needed. May code medical records for reimbursement purposes. [-] Less

Compiles and... [+] More

Compiles and keeps medical records of patients of health care delivery system to document patient condition and treatment. Checks medical records for completeness and to abstract and code clinical data, such as diseases, operations, procedures, and therapies, using standard classification systems.

Compiles medical care and census data for statistical reports on types of diseases treated, surgery performed, and use of hospital beds, in response to inquiries from law firms, insurance companies, and government agencies. Maintains and uses variety of health record indexes and storage and retrieval systems. Operates computer to process, store, and retrieve health information. Assists Medical Records Administrator in special studies or research as needed. May code medical records for reimbursement purposes. [-] Less

Compiles and... [+] More

Compiles and keeps medical records of patients of health care delivery system to document patient condition and treatment. Checks medical records for completeness and to abstract and code clinical data, such as diseases, operations, procedures, and therapies, using standard classification systems.

Compiles medical care and census data for statistical reports on types of diseases treated, surgery performed, and use of hospital beds, in response to inquiries from law firms, insurance companies, and government agencies. Maintains and uses variety of health record indexes and storage and retrieval systems. Operates computer to process, store, and retrieve health information. Assists Medical Records Administrator in special studies or research as needed. May code medical records for reimbursement purposes. [-] Less

Assists in examination... [+] More

Assists in examination and treatment of patients, performing miscellaneous delegated duties under the direction of physician. Asks patients questions regarding injury or ailment. Takes vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Cleans and sterilizes instruments.

Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment. Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed. Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials. Operates x-ray, electrocardiograph (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests or calls medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests. Gives injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests. Schedules appointments, receives money for bills, keeps x-ray and other medical records, performs secretarial tasks, and completes insurance forms. May key data into computer to maintain office and patient records. May keep billing records, enter financial transactions into bookkeeping ledgers, and compute and mail monthly statements to patients. [-] Less

Directs, plans, and coordinates activities of employees engaged in medical services. Advises Hospital Administrator on matters related to medical services. Requires extensive experience as a medical doctor.

Interprets company policy to employees and administers medical services and safety regulations. Advises staff... [+] More

Directs, plans, and coordinates activities of employees engaged in medical services. Advises Hospital Administrator on matters related to medical services. Requires extensive experience as a medical doctor.

Interprets company policy to employees and administers medical services and safety regulations. Advises staff and supervisors on administrative changes. Recommends measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of medical service, and suggests changes in working conditions to increase efficiency. Assists medical officials in preparation of department budget. Conducts specified classes and provides training material to assist in student training program. Interprets, prepares, and distributes statistical data regarding department operations. May recruit, hire, train staff, evaluate employee performance, and recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action. [-] Less

Develops illustrations, graphics, and three dimensional models to demonstrate medical or biological subjects, using variety of artistic techniques. Illustrates through drawings, paintings, diagrams, and models of medical or biological subjects in fields such as anatomy, physiology, histology, pathology, or in... [+] More

Develops illustrations, graphics, and three dimensional models to demonstrate medical or biological subjects, using variety of artistic techniques. Illustrates through drawings, paintings, diagrams, and models of medical or biological subjects in fields such as anatomy, physiology, histology, pathology, or in surgical procedures, for use in publications, exhibits, consultations, research, and teaching activities.

Sketches illustrations in pen and ink, oil, monochromatic wash, watercolor, carbon dust, and mixed media. Devises or advises in construction of models in plaster, wax, plastics, and other materials. Creates visual aids, such as films, video tapes, charts, and computer graphics, to assist in teaching and research programs. [-] Less

Utilizes knowledge and methodology of science of physics to all aspects of medicine to address problems related to diagnosis and treatment of human disease. Advises and consults with physicians in such applications as use of ionizing radiation in diagnosis, therapy,... [+] More

Utilizes knowledge and methodology of science of physics to all aspects of medicine to address problems related to diagnosis and treatment of human disease. Advises and consults with physicians in such applications as use of ionizing radiation in diagnosis, therapy, treatment planning with externally delivered radiation, as well as use of internally implanted radioactive sources; the complete subject of x-ray equipment, calibration, and dosimetry; medical uses of ultrasound and infrared; bioelectrical investigation of brain and heart; mathematical analysis and applications of computers in medicine; formulation of radiation protection guides and procedures specific to hospital environment; and development of instrumentation for improved patient care and clinical service.

Plans, oversees, conducts, and participates in supporting programs to ensure effective and safe use of radiation and radionuclides in human beings by physician specialist. Teaches principles of medical physics to physicians, residents, graduate students, medical students, and technologists by means of lectures, problem solving, and laboratory sessions. Directs and participates in investigations of biophysical techniques associated with any branch of medicine. Conducts research in development of diagnostic and remedial procedures, and develops instrumentation for specific medical applications. Acts as consultant to education, medical research, and other professional groups and organizations. [-] Less

Measures and calculates radiation doses and develops optimum arrangement of radiation fields and exposures to treat patient. Studies prescription, x-rays showing area to be treated, and requirements for dose calculation. Selects beam energy, optimum multiple beam arrangement, beam modifying devices,... [+] More

Measures and calculates radiation doses and develops optimum arrangement of radiation fields and exposures to treat patient. Studies prescription, x-rays showing area to be treated, and requirements for dose calculation. Selects beam energy, optimum multiple beam arrangement, beam modifying devices, and other factors, using computer, manuals, and guides. Develops several possible treatment arrangements that meet physician's criteria and submits arrangements for selection by physician.

Measures and calculates prescribed radiation dose based upon field sizes, depth of tumor, treatment unit, beam modifying devices, and other information, using manuals, guides, and computer. Calculates and records daily prescribed radiation dose. Explains treatment plans to Radiation Therapy Technologists. May operate x-ray equipment to obtain diagnostic x-ray of patient in treatment position. May simulate treatment procedure to assist in planning treatment. [-] Less

Compiles, verifies, types, and files medical records of hospital or other health care facility. Operates computer to enter and retrieve data and type correspondence and reports. Reviews medical records for completeness, and files records in filing system. Locates, signs out,... [+] More

Compiles, verifies, types, and files medical records of hospital or other health care facility. Operates computer to enter and retrieve data and type correspondence and reports. Reviews medical records for completeness, and files records in filing system. Locates, signs out, and delivers medical records as requested.

Prepares folders and maintains records of newly admitted patients. Reviews medical records for completeness, assembles records into standard order, and files records in designated areas according to applicable alphabetic and numeric filing system. Compiles statistical data, such as admissions, discharges, deaths, births, and types of treatment given. May assist other workers with coding of records. May post results of laboratory tests to records. [-] Less

Manages medical services provided by an organization and efforts to improve departmental and institutional productivity. Studies and implements changes to improve productivity and internal operations of department. Directs and coordinates personnel activities of department.

Advises staff and supervisors on administrative changes.... [+] More

Manages medical services provided by an organization and efforts to improve departmental and institutional productivity. Studies and implements changes to improve productivity and internal operations of department. Directs and coordinates personnel activities of department.

Advises staff and supervisors on administrative changes. Assists medical officials in preparation of department budget. Conducts specified classes and provides training material to assist in student training program. Recommends cost saving methods and supply changes to effect economy of department operations. Interprets, prepares, and distributes staffing and utilization statistics, and other data regarding operations. [-] Less