Orthopedic/Medical Assistant - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bonus - MPG - Miramar

Memorial Healthcare

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About The Position

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Under the supervision of a physician, physician assistant or registered nurse, provides patient care to orthopedic patients.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Registered Orthopedic Technology Program (ROT), or Certified Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program.
• Six (6) months of patient care experience or six (6) months experience as an orthopedic assistant, and/or Medical Assistant.
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association.
• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association.
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association.
• BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential.
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Obtains all results and/or outside images and reports at intake and downloads into Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Performs routine orthopedic procedures, including fitting, applying and removing casts, splints, bandages, braces, walkers, crutches, traction, pin/suture removal, and assists with reductions.
• Assist physician with orthopedic surgical procedures and/or with orthopedic procedures.
• Obtain vitals of patients.
• Order X-Rays based on the treatment plan by the physicians documentations.
• Provides education to patients and their families on their injuries and use of casts, splints, crutches, and other orthopedic devices.
• Maintains stock of orthopedic equipment and supplies.
• Provide wound care and wound care education.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees