Medical Assistant

Additional Information About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join the Orthopedics team as a Medical Assistant - Surgical Coordinator! In this role, you will work with orthopedic providers by coordinating surgeries, educating patients, and managing pre- and post-operative care. Responsibilities include scheduling surgeries, ensuring required testing and clearances are completed, entering surgical information in Epic, coordinating follow-up care and services, communicating with patients and care teams, addressing scheduling changes, and assisting with patient care and clinic operations as needed. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced clinical environment. EPIC experience preferred. Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Overview BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician-led organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in the Midwest region. Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to extraordinary care in over 145 locations and over 25 specialties in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Our providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction, quality health care, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The Medical Assistant (MA) provides patient care under the direction of a physician or other licensed provider. This position performs select duties for the promotion of health in the care of patients and delivers care according to practice protocols and procedures. Responsibilities Cleans, prepares and stocks supplies in exam rooms. Obtains vital signs, patient history and maintains accurate and prompt charting in the patient's record. Performs clinical skills, such as phlebotomy, electrocardiography (EKGs), point-of-care testing and injections. Triage calls, provide test and lab results to patients and present relevant information to provider with correct medical terminology. Assists provider by preparing patients for exams, procedures and treatments. Minimum Requirements High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Certified Medical Assistant Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary . *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr BJC HealthCare (New)