Orthopedic Clinical Assistant

Summit Orthopedics•Woodbury, MN

4h•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Orthopedic Clinical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to physicians and other providers in a clinic or Orthopedic Urgent Care Walk-in setting. Under supervision, the role supports quality orthopedic care by rooming patients, obtaining medical histories, preparing patients for evaluation, fitting and dispensing durable medical equipment, assisting with casting and splinting, and performing other assigned procedures. The assistant communicates with patients and care team providers, manages and updates patient records, facilitates follow-up care, and helps complete required paperwork. This is a part-time, 0.5 position primarily supporting a Non-Operative Sports Physician and Team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, subject to change based on clinic or team needs, and consists of two full days plus one half shift each week. The primary location is the Eagan Clinic, with flexibility to float to other Summit campuses as needed. Other likely primary sites include Lakeville and M Health Fairview Sports Center in Woodbury, subject to change. The role may also involve coverage at Summit outreach sites, as applicable. The hiring range is $22.70 to $28.38 per hour. The hired candidate may be eligible for additional compensation in the form of bonuses, differentials, and/or deferred compensation. Summit offers a total rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid time off; and a 401(k)/profit-sharing retirement plan. Final base salary is determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and internal equity.

Responsibilities

Monitor patient flow, room patients, obtain and record medical histories, and prepare patients for evaluation or treatment.
Prepare required instruments and equipment for examinations; clean and stock exam and procedure rooms, including instruments and equipment, between patient appointments.
Assist with casting, splinting, suture and staple removal, and fitting and dispensing durable medical equipment as appropriate and directed by a provider.
Provide standardized verbal or written patient education instructions.
Schedule follow-up appointments and appointments for further evaluation or testing, as needed, and verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
Refill prescriptions on behalf of the ordering physician.
Manage patient charts to ensure accuracy and completion; send and receive patient medical records; obtain lab, X-ray, and other related reports; and complete and send necessary paperwork.
Perform other duties as assigned.