Medical Assistant

Responsibilities/Requirements:

Perform general nursing duties in a busy orthopedic setting

Perform wound care/dressing changes

Drawing up injections

Call in or escribe medications

Application of sterile fields

Applying splints, casts and fitting of orthotics as needed

Schedule diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, US, etc.) and obtain insurance precertification

Locate any necessary test results, and/or reports

Prepare exam rooms, restock supplies for clinic, power up computers, etc.

Prepare charts for clinic and print out patient information

Fill out return-to-work forms (FMLA/STD) as needed

Obtain signature on miscellaneous forms and fax as needed

Friendly and Professional patient communication

Answering and returning patient phone calls

Use EMR for all charting, orders and forms

Procedure education

Escorting patients to and from exam rooms

Respond to and chart patient messages and other necessary documentation

Must also possess:

MA license or certification preferred

Orthopedic experience a plus

Clinical experience preferred

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, TOC physicians and staff

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in very busy clinical setting

Outstanding organizational, verbal and writing skills

Independent and highly motivated

Exhibit initiative and self-discipline

Proven positive, "teamwork" attitude and work history

Experience with surgical patients preferred

Clinical and/or Orthopaedic Experience Preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

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