Certified Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

About the role

Bilingual speaking ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travels as needed to fulfill staffing needs and support clinic operations.
• Maintains education requirements for the position and demonstrates competency through annual clinical competencies and written tests.
• Maintains OSHA regulatory enforcement and other office compliance, following safety processes and policies.
• Supports staff teamwork by assisting patients, visitors, and co-workers when necessary.
• Performs clinical intake according to policy and procedures, including screenings, history taking, vital signs, and medication reconciliation.
• Aids in minor procedures associated with specialty and ensures accurate documentation at the time of service or results.
• Educates patients regarding tests, medications, and diet, providing clear and accurate instructions.
• Maintains confidentiality of employees' and patients' administrative and medical information.
• Maintains office flow by preparing patients and equipment for treatment, initiating testing, and documenting results in the practice's designated system.
• Monitors and manages inventory, ensuring adequate supplies and functioning medical equipment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize internal and external resources.
• Expertise in patient advocacy and navigating complex systems.

Skills

• Ability to function and assist others in stressful, fast-paced environments and effectively apply stress management techniques.

Benefits

See above under "About the role".

Pay

$16.36 - $26.17 per hour.

Schedule

Full time, Day shift.