Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

Quincy Medical Group • Quincy, IL

11d • $16 - $24

About The Position

As a Medical Assistant in Orthopedics at Quincy Medical Group, you will support patients with musculoskeletal injuries, conditions, and treatments. Working closely with multiple orthopedic providers, you will assist with patient visits, procedures, care coordination, and follow-up care while helping ensure an efficient clinic experience. The role suits someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and is passionate about helping patients restore mobility and improve their quality of life.

The position supports multiple providers and requires multitasking, adapting quickly to changing priorities, and communicating confidently with patients in person and by phone. Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology is preferred.

This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM, and Friday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM. Hours may vary based on provider and departmental needs. There are no routine weekends, holidays, overnight shifts, or on-call requirements. The work environment is a fast-paced orthopedic specialty clinic with multiple providers and a high volume of patient interactions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required; certification is available upon hire.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Ability to adapt to changing patient volumes and clinical needs.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Previous clinical experience in a physician office, orthopedic clinic, sports medicine, or healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain accurate vital signs, medical histories, medication information, and visit details.
• Assist providers with examinations, injections, casting and splinting support, procedures, and specialty clinical workflows.
• Prepare patients for office visits, procedures, and surgical consultations.
• Coordinate referrals, imaging studies, diagnostic testing, prior authorizations, medication refills, and follow-up appointments.
• Communicate provider recommendations, test results, treatment plans, and patient education materials.
• Respond to patient phone calls, portal messages, and clinical inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Assist with procedure room preparation, inventory management, and equipment readiness.
• Support preoperative and postoperative patient education and care coordination.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and clinical areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support orthopedic clinic operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including healthcare navigation assistance.
• Mental health benefit at no cost.
• Employer-provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 tuition reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours of paid volunteer time off.
• Up to 12 weeks of parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for eligible non-physician team members.

What This Job Offers

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