Clinical Assist - Orthopedics/ WC

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute West Region Job Title Clinical Assistant Full Time Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Department Orthopedics Location Wesley Chapel, FL Job Summary The Clinical Assistant is trained in structured clinical assessments, professional documentation, population health workflows and team-based care in an ambulatory office or inpatient hospital setting to facilitate efficient and effective medical care between patients and clinical team members. Why is Orlando Health your best place to work? Education & Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs. Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs. Financial & Retirement - Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions. Work-Life Balance - Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options. Family & Pet Support - Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance. Essential Functions Gathers data through patient or caregiver interviews and direct or indirect observation of clinical team members. Documents clinical data, assessments, procedures, and patient education according to Orlando Health and department specific policies. Accurately and thoroughly documents medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the physician or APP. Assists the physician, APP, or clerical team members by acting as a liaison on behalf of the patient to schedule, provide patient with scheduling information to obtain specialty testing, and/or specialty physician consultation. Effectively charts prep for upcoming appointments, ensuring complete charts before patient arrival. Processes incoming and outgoing calls in an independent and professional manner using sound clinical judgment. Able to help lead and participate in departmental committees and special projects as assigned. Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by the practice. Embraces and participates in quality initiatives, goal attainment, and clinical outcome process improvement activities. Supports and demonstrates effective and professional communication with patients and family members. Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and department specific policy, procedures, value statements and Commitment to Excellent standards. Consistently demonstrates personal and patient safety practices and adherence to infection control standards outlined in Orlando Health policies. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess data appropriate to the age‑specific needs of the patients on their assigned department and/or unit. Demonstrates awareness of medical/legal issues, patient rights and compliance with standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Practices the efficient use of supplies. Assists business office as needed with reception, scheduling, and discharge of patients. Education/Training High school graduate or equivalent. Licensure/Certification Hold completion certification of an Orlando Health verified clinical documentation training program or complete a verified training program within 2 months of hire. Experience Minimum one (1) year of experience in a health care related position or health related education. #J-18808-Ljbffr Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health