Medical Assistant

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Providence, RI

8d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides a team-based approach to patient care and an exceptional patient experience. The role emphasizes highly personalized care and helps patients overcome barriers to healthcare by improving the patient-provider relationship. The position is based at Ortho Rhode Island Providence in Providence, Rhode Island, with some travel between company locations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Experience with electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

Formal training as a medical assistant or medical assistant certification.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients in person or by telephone and answer or refer inquiries.
Prepare patients for healthcare visits by accompanying them to exam rooms, providing exam gowns, and arranging instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Assist providers with patient treatment by obtaining histories and vital signs, preparing injections, setting up sterile fields, removing sutures, and changing dressings.
Apply casts and durable medical equipment (DME) as necessary.
Verify that patient medical records are complete and accurate for medical coding purposes.
Triage patient calls and physician messages.
Maintain exam rooms with adequate medical supplies and perform sterilization as required.
Prepare patient charts before patient arrival.
Schedule follow-up appointments, initial therapy visits, and MRI appointments.
Comply with HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.