Medical Assistant / MA

Reno Orthopedic Center•Reno, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reno Orthopedic Center is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role is vital in assisting physicians with patient care, managing treatment-related duties, organizational responsibilities, and communication tasks to ensure smooth and efficient healthcare delivery. The position is ideal for someone looking to grow their clinical career with at least one year of experience.

Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Assessment-Based Records in Order Entry certification OR one year of experience in a medical setting
High school diploma/GED
Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations/procedures
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices

Responsibilities

Assist physicians with patient care.
Manage treatment-related duties.
Handle organizational responsibilities.
Perform communication tasks to ensure smooth and efficient healthcare delivery.
Prepare for patient appointments by reviewing and updating patient records, including checking for updates, recent tests, lab results, x-ray films, and correspondence.
Communicate with patients to greet and guide them to their room, prepare them for the physician’s visit, and keep them updated on the status of their visit.
Conduct initial medical screenings, blood pressure checks, and basic medical history documentation in the patient's electronic medical record.
Complete all Meaningful Use and PQRS measures on forms according to clinic standards.
Assist the physician with all treatment procedures.
Prepare for injections utilizing sterile techniques and BBP protocols.
Draw medications for injections.
Complete physician orders, arrange and schedule tests, authorization tasks, and other required tasks.
Enter proper diagnosis and office visit level per physician’s orders to accurately code the patient’s account.
Maintain and clean patient exam rooms between patients to ensure patients' comfort and safety according to clinic protocols and in compliance with infection control standards.
Address and resolve patient messages and/or phone calls promptly and document conversations in the patient’s electronic medical record.
Authorize prescription refills as directed by the physician and in accordance with regulatory requirements and ROC protocols.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Discounted orthopedic care at ROC
Paid time off and holiday pay
Extended sick leave
401(k) plan contributions
EAP, disability and life insurance
Health and fitness program
Employee events
Coffee shop onsite (main location)
Continuing education funds / certification reimbursement (Dependent on Position)
Relocation assistance (for eligible roles)
Productivity bonuses or incentive compensation (for eligible roles)
Student loan repayment (for eligible roles)