Orthopaedic Assistant

Medical Assistant, CCMA, LPN, EMT, ATC About Company: Our practice is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status. About the Role: This position is primarily in our Seaford locations, however, there will be travel to our Millsboro location and to either our Salisbury or Milford locations to cover vacations, ETC. Under the medical direction of the clinic Physician/PA/NP and general direction of the Clinic Manager, the Orthopaedic Assistant is responsible for escorting patients, obtaining and documenting medical information, providing direct patient care and assistance to the physician/PA/NP. He/she also provides support within the clinic as a patient/provider liaison. Position Responsibility:

• Supports Peninsula Orthopaedics' vision, mission and values and follows all policies and procedures
• Maintains confidentiality for any and all information, including Protected Health Information (PHI), accessible while performing job duties
• Maintains compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, IT Policy, patient safety standards and all other POA requirements
• Completes patient care responsibilities as assigned, which may include: scheduling and organizing patient flow, accompanying patients to exam/procedure room, assisting patients with changing into exam gowns, and transferring to exam table, if needed
• Assesses patient’s general condition and collects patient history
• Documents health history, activities, medication dispensed/prescribed, etc., in the medical record
• Provides basic patient care as ordered by provider (Physician/Podiatrist/Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner) and assists provider with various procedures
• Provides patient education materials, communicates provider advice/instructions to patient
• Applies and removes casts and splints
• Fits patients with braces, boots, and other DME as ordered by provider
• Changes wound dressings
• Prepares injections
• Removes suture and staples
• Obtains lab/x-ray reports
• Schedules urgent MRI, CT scans, labs, etc.
• Schedules urgent referrals to other providers
• Cleans and stocks exam rooms
• Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies
• Works effectively with physicians and staff
• Conducts his/herself ethically and maintains thorough attention to detail
• Fosters teamwork
• Demonstrates expert communication skills
• Possesses expert customer service skills with a focus on problem resolution to complex issues
• Manages health information through appropriate and accurate patient data charting
• Demonstrates appropriate assessment and assistance techniques
• Exercises appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods
• Other duties as assigned by management

• High School diploma or GED Certificate
• Previous experience in a medical office or hospital setting preferred
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), LPN or ATC (equivalent education or experience may be considered)
• CPR