Medical Assistant Per Diem

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Danbury, CT

12d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. The Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Requirements

General knowledge of office procedures and computer systems.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to handle high stress, busy work environment.
Knowledge of Word & Outlook Required.
Professional, and articulate phone skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work as part of a team
High School Diploma or equivalent
Medical Assistant diploma

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic and/or casting experience preferred.
Knowledge of GE Centricity a plus.
Medical Assistant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
Collects detailed and accurate patient history.
Prepares and maintains exam rooms with necessary instruments, equipment and supplies.
Follows up with patient on physicians current patient care notes or instructions.
Provides general assistance, education and information to patient questions.
Performs post-operative wound care, suture removal, dressing change, cast removal, cast application and splint application.
Assists physicians in setup and performance of medical procedures under the direction of physician or nurse manager.
Maintains DME supplies.
Responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality.
Prepares, cleans and stocks examination rooms.
Assures surfaces are clear and puts away any articles that were left out and replenishes missing stock in drawers and cabinets.
Unpacks new supply deliveries and stores away items as directed.
Assists members of clinical support staff and physicians with all duties as necessary and appropriate. (includes patient care, post-op phone follow-up calls and other patient phone calls, medication updates)
Documents all phone calls and actions appropriately in EMR.
Identifies OSHA issues and communicates for correction.
Follows all HIPAA regulations as instructed.
Follows ONS policies and procedures.
Performs other duties/projects as assigned.