MEDICAL ASSISTANT I

OAA Orthopaedic Specialists•Allentown, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Clinical team, the Medical Assistant supports providers and clinical teams in delivering health care management and Patient Care Excellence. The role requires professional conduct and promotion of OAA Orthopaedic Specialists’ core values. The Medical Assistant assists with patient intake and examinations, clinical procedures, patient education, room and instrument preparation, documentation, and communication among care team members. The position also supports patient and personal safety, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable policies and HIPAA regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program.
A minimum of a one-year certificate from a college or technical school and one to three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Act 34 Pennsylvania Criminal Background clearance.
Required Act 151 Pennsylvania Child Abuse History clearance.
Required Act 114 FBI Fingerprinting clearance.
Strong computer skills and electronic medical records experience.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Previous medical office experience, including surgical and office scheduling and patient education.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Experience working in a positive team environment.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR/AED certification is a plus.
Orthopaedic and/or surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for physical evaluations by obtaining vital signs.
Interview patients to obtain medical histories, including past medical and surgical history, allergies, and current condition.
Verify paperwork is complete and place demographic labels in patient charts.
Review charts for completeness and accuracy, ensuring pertinent studies and diagnostics are available and the last physician note is in the chart.
Display MRI films or other studies brought by patients for office visits.
Assist physicians with procedures.
Assist patients with mobility, provide wheelchairs, and help patients reach the next area as needed.
Draw injections for physicians.
Prepare specimens for laboratory submission.
Provide patient education as needed.
Prepare exam rooms and clean and disinfect contaminated counters or exam tables.
Prepare instruments for autoclaving and run weekly autoclave spore tests.
Inventory and restock work areas.
Dispose of biohazardous waste.
Communicate patient information accurately and promptly as a liaison between triage nursing and physicians.
Ensure patient and personal safety in the office and follow the blood-borne pathogen policy.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Attend in-house continuing education seminars offered to staff.
Document pertinent patient information in the EMR, including medications, orders, and radiology.
Perform other duties as assigned.