Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Join the University Orthopedic Care Team as a Medical Assistant!

Are you detail-oriented, passionate about patient care, and looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic organization? We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team and

help ensure the accuracy and integrity of our practice.

About the Role: The Medical Assistant will assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interview patients and obtain vital signs i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height to record on patients’ medical chart.

• Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.

• Ensure the cleanliness and sterilization of office and medical equipment.

• Assist Providers in gathering patient chief complaints, past medical history, allergy information, etc.

• Assisting the Physician during examinations

• May need to draw blood and collect blood samples from patients.

• Explaining Medical and Surgical Procedures to Patients.

• Weekly maintenance of clinical office inventory; including but not limited to Proficient RX, DME, cold compression machines and other medical equipment.

• Serve and protect the physician or healthcare provider practice by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements and

Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards

• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with accrediting guidelines and regulations.

• Completes all other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• Integrity: You handle patient documentation responsibly and maintain confidentiality.

• Strong Communication Skills: Patient and Physician interaction is a major part of this role, so you have solid verbal and nonverbal communication skills.

• Comprehensive Knowledge: You understand medical and orthopedic terminology.

• Regulation Proficiency: You abide by HIPAA and OSHA standards.

• Experience: Prior experience as a Medical Assistant in Orthopedic with Electronic Medical Records systems is desirable.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program is desired.

• Previous work experience as a Medical Assistant is required. Experience in orthopedic practice strongly preferred.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and complete level 2 background screening

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to a patient-driven organization with a supportive and collaborative team.

• Opportunity for professional growth and continuous learning.

• Engage in meaningful work that impacts patient outcomes

• Competitive benefits package.