Orthopedic Medical Assistant

Hand Surgical Associates • Metairie, LA

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About The Position

The Orthopedic Medical Assistant is responsible for taking patient medical histories, recording patient information, preparing patients for examination, and assisting the physician during examinations.

Requirements

• Medical assistant certification from an accredited program preferred
• Previous experience in an orthopedic clinic required

Responsibilities

• Prepare the patient for the physician visit by accurately completing the intake process including patient history and medication log and staging diagnostics and imaging
• Prepare medications for patient treatment by accurately drawing up injections
• Manage patient treatment sites by taking off and/or applying dressings to the treatment area or removing surgical sutures or staples
• Create patient splints or casts as need for the patient's specific circumstance
• Assisting and attend to any physician support as they treat patients in the clinic
• Sterilize and stock exam rooms and clinical care areas after each patient
• Accurately complete paperwork and communication to acquire prior authorizations, billing submissions and any other related patient paperwork.
• Prepare prescription and refills under the supervision of a physician
• Process physician dictation devices in docking port for transfer and follow-up to ensure completion of transfer
• Follow up with Patient questions and messages as required to ensure the coordination of care
• Follow customer services guidelines to keep patients informed of all the logistics related to their episode of care

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed