Clinical Team Member

As a Medical Assistant within the orthopedic team, you will engage directly with patients, performing a variety of clinical, maintenance, and administrative tasks. Your responsibilities will include preparing exam rooms, interviewing patients, recording medical histories, and educating patients on orthopedic care. You will also assist with scheduling appointments, surgery coordination, and maintaining clean clinical areas. Strong customer service skills, organizational abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a fast‑paced environment are essential for this role. Primary Functions & Responsibilities 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.). Schedule surgery 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 triage 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. Physical Requirements Sitting: Rarely Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Climbing: Rarely Bending/stooping: Frequently Kneeling/crouching: Frequently Reaching overhead: Rarely Using full range of motion: Frequently Lifting: Light up to 20 lbs: Frequently Medium 21‑50 lbs: Rarely Heavy 51 lbs+: Rarely Carrying objects: FrequentlyPushing/pulling: Frequently Fine motor skills/dexterity: Frequently Visual acuity: Continuously Hearing ability: Continuously Speaking clearly: Continuously Working in confined spaces: Rarely Exposure to outdoor elements: Rarely Exposure to noise: Frequently Exposure to infectious materials/radiation: Rarely Use of personal protective equipment: Frequently Operating office equipment: computer, keyboard, mouse, copier, printer, fax, phone, headset: Continuously Operating vehicles, large equipment or machinery: Rarely Set-up and work in an ergonomic, distraction‑free home office: None This organization participates in e-Verify. Esta organización participa en e-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr OrthoVirginia Inc