Medical Assistant- Orthopedics

Medical Assistant

Sierra Pacific Orthopedics, the leading full-service orthopedic group in the San Joaquin Valley, is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to add to one of our Orthopedic Specialty Practices.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs administrative and clinical duties in coordination with the Physician to provide quality health care to patients.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Completion of a technical program for Medical Assisting

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

- Strong communication skills with staff, physicians and patients

- Good analytical and problem-solving skills

- Ability to prioritize work flow in a fast-paced team environment

- Strong computer skills, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience, preferably with Nextgen

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

- Rooming patients and taking vitals

- Documenting patient information in EMR

- Assist and setup procedures

- Arrange and pre-certify MRIs, CRs and DMEs as needed

- Assist front office in checking patients in/out and scheduling

- Rx refills through physician

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Some patient assistance will be required. Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone and other office equipment is also required. Employee must have normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normal clinical working environment.

Compensation: $21-$30/hr