Tier 1 Clinical Support Assistant / Cast Tech

CAMPBELL CLINIC PC•Cookeville, TN

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a physician’s clerical and clinical support to ensure the delivery of quality patient care. Designs, applies, removes, and adjusts a wide variety of casts, splints, soft goods, and other orthopedic devices as directed by the physician.

Requirements

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required
Two years in healthcare environment is required
One year of clerical experience is required
Able to communicate effectively in the English language
Basic arithmetic skills are required
Identifies and resolves problems promptly
Must be computer literate
Basic computer skills required
Certified Medical Assistant, LPN, or RN certification required
Able to listen and respond well to questions and feedback

Nice To Haves

Able to pass Medical Assistant Certification upon hire at the clinic if certification is not obtained before hire
Successful completion of the casting training program within 90 days of employment is required

Responsibilities

Directs and escorts patients to appropriate treatment areas
Obtains appropriate information to aid the provider in the treatment of the patient
Prepares patient for casting procedures and explains techniques
Assists provider in minor office procedures such as biopsies, injections, and aspirations
Applies, removes, and fits soft goods
Ensures exam rooms, pods, and cast department are clean and properly stocked
Maintains sterilization of clinic instruments
Maintains cast department patient log
Schedules patient's appointments and tests when necessary
Assists in answering phone calls while in clinic
Regular and predictable attendance
Ability to work in a cooperative manner with others
Performs other related duties as assigned