Medical Assistant

Ortho Sport and Spine Physicians•Pooler, GA

12d

About The Position

Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians is a nationally recognized center of excellence in orthopedic sports medicine, orthopedic spine surgery, and interventional spine treatments, with locations throughout the United States. The Medical Assistant assists practitioners in providing patient care, including maintaining patient records, scheduling appointments, performing standard care procedures, and supporting examinations and procedures. The role also includes administrative work, inventory management, equipment handling, and patient instruction. Competitive pay is offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and external parties in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Firm grasp of medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies.
Strong knowledge and understanding of electronic medical record systems.
Knowledge of diagnostic testing equipment and sterilization equipment.
Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 40 pounds and performing repetitive upper-body motion during extended computer use.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant Certification or Registered Medical Assistant credential.
Bilingual Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms for examinations and keep them neat and clean.
Escort patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
Record patients’ medical histories, vital statistics, test results, and other information in medical records.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, and physician instructions to patients.
Dispose of waste materials in biohazard or sharps containers.
Organize, plan, and prioritize work in conjunction with the provider and Facilities Manager.
Inventory medical supplies, equipment, and medications for patients and the procedure area.
Perform administrative and clerical work in medical settings.
Operate x-ray or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic testing, as applicable.
Clean and sterilize medical equipment and observe sterile technique.
Prepare prescreening for procedures and surgical consultations.
Fit patients with DME and instruct them in its proper use.
Perform audits as needed on related tasks.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.