Certified Medical Assistant- Orthopedics

Tra travels as needed

• Fulfills staffing needs
• Supports clinic operations

Policies and Procedures

Maintains education requirements and demonstrates competency through annual clinical competencies and written tests.

Office Flow

• Prepares patients and equipment for treatment
• Initiates testing
• Documents results in the practice’s designated system

Confidentiality

• Maintains confidentiality of employees' and patients' administrative and medical information

Whole Care

• Provides whole care to patients during office visits
• Includes intake, test results, screenings, labs, medication administration, and closure of care gaps

Supports Staff

• Aids patients, visitors, and co-workers when necessary

Intake and Documentation

• Performs clinical intake according to policy and procedures
• Includes screenings, history taking, vital signs, and medication reconciliation

Minor Procedures

• Assists with minor procedures associated with specialty
• Ensures accurate documentation at the time of service or results

Patient Education

• Edicates patients regarding tests, medications, and diet
• Provides clear and accurate instructions

Inventory Management

• Maintains inventory
• Ensures adequate supplies and functioning medical equipment

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills

• 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
• Ability to function and assist others in stressful, fast-paced environments and effectively apply stress management techniques
• Ability to resolve issues and work independently within the scope of their certification
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, diplomacy and a professional demeanor
• Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements
• Experience with computers required

Education and Experience

• High School Grad or Equiv Required
• 1+ year of related work experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Required OR
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) Required OR
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) Required OR
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) Required OR
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Required OR
• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) Required

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$16.36 - $26.17