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Capital Orthopaedics And Sport•Clive, IA

74d•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Orthopaedics provides comprehensive orthopaedic care supported by advanced diagnostic tools, physical therapy services, and a full range of non-surgical and surgical treatment options. Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is home to some of the most trusted orthopaedic surgeons in Des Moines and across Central Iowa. Our team of experienced orthopaedic specialists helps patients overcome musculoskeletal pain and injuries so they can return to the activities that matter most. This position is responsible for patient movement coordination. This includes communicating with the patient via telephone and in person and performing x-ray studies. The position will act as an ambassador on behalf of the company with customers, clients, and vendors in public.

Requirements

Maintain a valid Iowa driver’s license
Proof of car insurance
Type 30-40 wpm
1-4 years’ of experience in high-volume interactive clinic or hospital
Fluency in medical terminology
Strong customer service skills
Strong verbal and written communication
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a multi-cultural environment
Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions
Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals
Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Quantity – Completes work in a timely manner
Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals
Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values
Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment
Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
HIPAA guidelines and regulations
Bending/twisting/lifting
Ability to lift and/or carry up to fifty (50) pounds
Keen sense of eye sight and hearing
Ability to stand or sit for an extended period of time
Ability to use hand to finger, handle, or feel and talk to hear
High School Diploma or GED equivalency- required
Current state Radiological Technologist
Current state ARRT certification
Current Mandatory reporting in both children and adult
Current Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification

Nice To Haves

One (1) to three (3) years of experience in Orthopaedics preferred

Responsibilities

Obtaining history and chief complaints from patients
Ability to apply splinting and or cast
Ability to consent patient for surgical procedure
Efficiently take x-ray images of anatomy
ICD-9 and ICD-10 knowledge
Electronic medical record knowledge
Ability to electronically file and print prescriptions
Follow up on ensuring referral and outpatient request are completed
Responding to questions from patients and physicians
Working cooperatively with patients, physicians and co-workers
Sterilization of equipment
Audit and assist with patient room cleanliness
Transcription
Complete necessary paperwork for patients
Insurance verification and prior authorization for injectable medication, outpatient procedures, and/or DME orders
Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent
Other duties as assigned