Medical Assistant / MA

Reno Orthopedic Center•Carson City, NV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC) is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team at the Carson City location. This role is ideal for individuals interested in gaining healthcare experience to strengthen applications for PA or APRN programs, as motivated candidates will be trained. The Medical Assistant will play a vital role in assisting physicians with patient care, managing treatment-related duties, organizational responsibilities, and communication tasks to ensure efficient healthcare delivery.

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.

Nice To Haves

Valuable hands-on clinical experience to strengthen applications for PA or APRN school.

Responsibilities

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 screening, blood pressure, and basic medical history, and accurately document 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 tasks as required.
Enter proper diagnosis and office visit level per physician’s orders to accurately code 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 conversation in patient’s electronic medical record.
Authorize prescription refills as directed by the physician and in accordance with regulatory requirements and ROC protocols.