Description:

As a part of the orthopedic team, the Clinical Assistant will interact with patients and perform clinical, maintenance and administrative assignments.

Primary Functions & Accountabilities

• Prepare exam rooms prior to patient arrival.
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and vital statistics.
• Record patient's medical history, height and weight.
• Patient education to include cast care, traction care and the use of orthopedic appliances.
• Input orders directed by physician (x-ray, physical therapy).
• Schedule appointments necessary to patient care (return appointments, post-ops, study follow-up etc.).
• Surgery scheduling to include coordination of preoperative H&P testing, therapy and pre/post-operative equipment.
• Assist with patient flow and give direct patient care as directed.
• Maintain clean and well-stocked treatment rooms, bracing rooms and clinical areas; ensure appropriate and timely disposal of Sharps and biohazard material.
• Respond to phone calls and triages appropriately and resolve issues accordingly the same day.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills and patient focus
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Skills:

medical, cma, rma, medical assisting, data entry, emr, Triage, scheduling appointments

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

-1-2 years’ experience in a medical facility working as a medical assistant. Preferred - 3 years’ experience in a medical facility working as a medical assistant

• Experience with EMR systems a plus, EPIC is what Ortho VA uses.
• CCMA, CMA, RMA or ROT Preferred
• Physical health sufficient to meet the ergonomic standards and demands of the position.
• Need to be able to work the shift and have availability! They will be dedicated to a provider and it depends on their schedule. Sometimes they work in the OrthoOnCall Clinic which is 10-7. They will have to be open two 1 Saturday every 6-8 weeks

Experience Level:

Entry Level

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