Orthopedic Clinic Assistant

Job description

Departmental Overview
From the high school athlete who tears an ACL to the retiree who needs a knee replacement, the Ortho Central Ambulatory Surgery Center is here for each and every one of our patients. Our expert team includes four orthopedic surgeons, a sports medicine physician, bone health experts, physical therapists, and workers’ compensation specialists.
Our skilled providers can treat a wide range of orthopedic injuries including sports-related fractures, foot and ankle surgery, and hip, knee and shoulder reconstructive surgery. The Ambulatory Surgery Center is open Monday through Friday to meet our patient’s needs
Job Summary
• Screens patient and obtains pertinent information.
• Assists physician or advanced practitioner during patient visit in accordance with age specific needs.
• Assists the physician or advanced practitioner in all aspects of patient care and communication as instructed.
• Maintains the exam rooms and work environment.
• Proper communication with appropriate clinic departments.
• Satellite Clinic Operations
• Clinic Preparation
• Provides support to the clinic as needed.

Qualifications
Education
• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited program in Medical Assistant Training or equivalent experience preferred.

Experience
• Minimum one year experience in a clinical or physician office setting, emergency room, and/or a hospital setting that provides direct patient care with preference given to orthopedic clinic experience.
• Excellent communication skills including phone calls, referrrals and electronic records are also required.

(Above requirements can be met by equivalent combination of education and experience)
Licensure/Certification
• CNA or RMA preferred

Compensation/Benefits
• $16.72-$27.30/hr depending on previous work experience.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.

Work Shift
Day
Position Type
Regular Full Time