Orthopedic Medical Assistant | Casting, DME & Clinical (Kyle) - Texas Orthopedics
About The Position
The Orthopedic Medical Assistant provides hands-on orthopedic patient care while supporting clinic operations, inventory management, staff mentorship, and quality initiatives. The role involves advanced casting, splinting, bracing, and durable medical equipment (DME) work, along with serving as a clinical resource for patients, providers, and staff. The position is designed for an experienced medical assistant or orthopedic technician who wants to take on additional responsibility while remaining directly involved in patient care. The role also supports operational excellence by managing clinic supplies, medication and sample inventory, DME authorizations, insurance benefit verification, and compliance requirements. The employee mentors and supports clinical team members and collaborates with clinic leadership to improve workflows and the patient experience.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of orthopedic, casting, splinting, or DME experience.
- Demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Experience working with EMR systems.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assistant Certification and/or Orthopedic Technician Certification.
- Experience with inventory management and supply ordering.
- Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulatory compliance.
- Experience mentoring or training team members.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians and providers with orthopedic patient care.
- Perform advanced casting, splinting, bracing, and DME application.
- Manage technician appointments and patient follow-up needs.
- Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the EMR.
- Serve as a clinical resource for patients, providers, and staff.
- Mentor and support Medical Assistants and other clinical team members.
- Assist with onboarding and training initiatives.
- Promote clinical best practices and workflow efficiency.
- Collaborate with clinic leadership to improve processes and the patient experience.
- Manage clinic inventory and maintain appropriate supply levels.
- Oversee medication and sample inventory.
- Coordinate DME authorizations and insurance benefit verification.
- Maintain OSHA standards and clinic compliance requirements.
Benefits
- Medical insurance with VIP Health Advocate Service
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 7–8 paid holidays each year
- 12 PTO days to start, increasing with tenure up to 22 days
- 401(k) with Safe Harbor contribution and profit sharing once eligible
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Additional supplemental plans
- Mileage reimbursement and travel time for eligible positions
- Colleague Recognition Program
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
