Certified Athletic Trainer, LPN or Medical Assistant Float

Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics•Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Certified Athletic Trainer, LPN or Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to patients, physicians, and clinic staff. The position floats among departments and sites, adapting to their individual protocols and workflows. The role supports patient intake and flow, maintains accurate records in the electronic medical record, assists with tests and procedures, prepares and stocks clinical spaces, communicates care instructions, and performs administrative tasks as needed. The posting lists a Monday-through-Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and a $500 to $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory motor vehicle report, and proof of insurance for position onboarding.
Ability to work independently and working knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
Knowledge of the healthcare field or medical specialty.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
The position may require irregular work hours.

Nice To Haves

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC).
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).

Responsibilities

Float between various departments and sites to provide support where needed.
Adapt quickly to differing department protocols and workflows.
Collect and enter patient health histories accurately and take patients’ vital signs at check-in.
Understand what physicians need for a productive clinic.
Review and maintain charts for completeness and compliance with EMR guidelines, including review of clinical information.
Escort patients from the waiting area to triage, including patients with limited mobility.
Monitor schedules and patient flow to support clinic efficiency and organization.
Enter tests and procedures ordered by providers accurately and ensure they are performed accurately and promptly.
Document patient information in the EMR according to physician direction.
Remove staples and sutures and assist with minor surgical procedures as needed.
Assist with placement, removal, and instruction in the use of DME devices, including splints, casts, immobilizers, braces, and bandages.
Clean and sterilize equipment using approved techniques.
Clean and stock exam rooms and change exam-table sheets after each patient.
Communicate restrictions and instructions to patients.
Coordinate with outside facilities to schedule tests or surgery and prepare necessary orders, pre-certification, or referral information.
Complete insurance, disability, and FMLA forms in a timely manner.
Assist with administrative duties, including collecting past-due balances when scheduling surgery, check-in and check-out, scheduling appointments and procedures, pre-certification, insurance verification, data entry, posting charges, and assisting secretaries.