Certified Medical Assistant - Pre-Admit Tech

Reno Orthopedic Center•Reno, NV

4h•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring patients are fully prepared for surgery by conducting comprehensive pre‑admission screenings—including taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and completing blood draws. You’ll help patients navigate their surgical journey by securing medical clearances, accurately recording medical histories, and keeping their electronic medical records up to date. Your communication skills will shine as you provide compassionate, clear guidance to patients and families, answering questions and easing concerns. You’ll also support the clinical team by completing pre‑surgical assessments, medication reconciliation forms, and essential administrative tasks such as documenting results, filing, and data entry. With opportunities to maintain and grow your skills through continuing education, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact on patient care every single day.

Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Assessment-Based Records in Order Entry certification OR two years of experience in a back-office clinical setting
Office Laboratory Assistant certification or Laboratory Assistant Certification or ROC Phlebotomy Training Program
Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations/procedures
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices

Responsibilities

Administer health screening tests
Taking vital signs
Performing EKGs
Completing blood draws
Securing medical clearances
Accurately recording medical histories
Keeping electronic medical records up to date
Provide compassionate, clear guidance to patients and families, answering questions and easing concerns
Completing pre‑surgical assessments
Medication reconciliation forms
Documenting results
Filing
Data entry