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Front Office/Medical Assistant - Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Lifepoint Health® · Sylva, NC · 2 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time

About the role

As a Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

We are a busy, well-established Orthopedic and Sports Medicine with an expanding Provider list in need of a caring, dedicated care giver for our patients. We treat patients ranging from toddlers and up, focusing on both acute and chronic orthopedic conditions. We are looking for someone with experience in patient care and a positive attitude. We strive for a family-like atmosphere with supportive staff and care about our employees individually while maintaining high quality professionalism and expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Under the supervision of provider, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
  • Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
  • Monitors and communicates regarding changes in patient condition.
  • Documents patient care given.
  • Maintains examination areas.
  • Maintains equipment and medical supplies, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
  • Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
  • Completes other tasks, within scope of position, as delegated by the practice leads, supervisors, managers or Market Director.

Requirements

  • Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), within 90 days of hire.
  • Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • Previous medical office experience, preferred.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, preferred.

Benefits

  • Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

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