Bilingual Medical Assistant
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About The Position
Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians is a nationally recognized center of excellence in orthopedic sports medicine, orthopedic spine surgery, and interventional spine treatments. We have locations throughout the United States that specialize in providing state-of-the-art, minimally invasive treatments for complex neck and spine problems as well as sports-related injuries and conditions. The Medical Assistant professional is responsible for assisting practitioners in providing care to their patients. The duties of the Medical Assistant include, but are not limited to, recording and updating medical histories and contact information in patient files, scheduling patient appointments, and performing standard care procedures like drawing blood, checking vitals, or collecting lab samples. The Medical Assistant will prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring that the rooms are neat and clean. They will escort patients into exam rooms, show them to examination rooms, and prepare them for the physician. Recording patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records is a key responsibility. The Medical Assistant will also prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician and explain treatment procedures, medications, or physicians' instructions to patients. Proper disposal of any waste materials in Biohazard or SHARPS containers is essential, as is organizing, planning, and prioritizing work in conjunction with the provider and Facilities Manager. Additionally, the Medical Assistant will maintain an inventory of medical supplies and equipment, perform administrative clerical work in medical settings, and may operate x-ray or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic testing. They will clean and sterilize medical equipment, observing the principles of sterile technique in performing duties, and prepare all pre-screening for procedures and surgical consults. Fitting and instructing on the proper use of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and performing audits as needed on related tasks are also part of the role. Other duties and tasks may be assigned as necessary.
