Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

Lifepoint Health • Sylva, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistant – Harris Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. We are a busy, well-established Orthopedic and Sports Medicine with an expanding Provider list in need of a caring, dedicated care giver for our patients. We treat patients ranging from toddlers and up, focusing on both acute and chronic orthopedic conditions. We are looking for someone with experience in patient care and a positive attitude. We strive for a family-like atmosphere with supportive staff and care about our employees individually while maintaining high quality professionalism and expertise.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), within 90 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

• Previous medical office experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of provider, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communication regarding changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Completes other tasks, within scope of position, as delegated by the practice leads, supervisors, managers or Market Director.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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