Medical Assistant

Mid-America Orthopedics • Wichita, KS

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) prepares patients to see providers, facilitates tests and paperwork as needed, and assists with clinical duties as directed. The role includes collecting patient information, supporting in-office procedures, documenting information in the patient EMR, helping complete patient forms, coordinating surgery-related tasks, communicating with external parties, and maintaining a clean, stocked work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• One to two years of customer service experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented approach, positive attitude, and willingness to adapt to change.

Nice To Haves

• CNA or Registered Medical Assistant credential.
• One year of experience in an orthopedic or physical therapy setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect patients’ vital signs, medical history, medication history, pharmacy history, and pain scale during rooming.
• Assist with in-office procedures, including blood draws, suture and staple removals, cast removals and placement, dressing changes, urine collection, injections, and eye exams.
• Ensure all proper information is collected and entered into the patient EMR.
• Assist with patient forms, including disability, restrictions, requisitions, post-operative, surgical, prescription refill, and dispensing forms.
• Schedule surgeries and complete orders.
• Ensure tests and physician clearances are completed before surgery and forwarded to the appropriate surgery center.
• Correspond with case managers, employers, and insurance companies.
• Maintain a clean and fully stocked work environment.
• Help monitor inventory and ensure appropriate medical supplies are available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED