Medical Assistant, Athletic Trainer or LPN Full-time

Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics has an exciting opportunity to join our family at our Harding Place clinic. For over 77 years, Hughston has remained committed to providing high-quality patient care across several locations in Nashville and the surrounding cities in Middle Tennessee. Our mission is to provide world-class service for all our patients, striving to be the best provider in orthopedic care and supporting patients to resume a more active lifestyle. We are looking for candidates who prioritize patient needs, act ethically and honestly, and treat everyone with dignity and courtesy.

About the role

Assist Physician(s) in Clinic with patient care activities and complete administrative duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with physician requirements for a productive clinic
• Review and maintain charts to ensure completeness and adherence to EMR guidelines
• Escort patients from the waiting area to triage, accommodating varying mobility levels
• Monitor schedules and patient flow during clinic to maximize efficiency and organization
• Review initial vital signs and collect lab specimens
• Remove staples, sutures, and assist with minor surgical procedures as needed
• Assist with placement, removal, and instruction of devices such as splints, immobilizers, braces, and bandages
• Clean and sterilize equipment using approved techniques
• Clean and stock exam rooms, and change sheets on exam tables after each patient
• Communicate restrictions and instructions to patients
• Follow up with patients after surgery or other invasive procedures to document progress
• Communicate with outside facilities for scheduling tests or surgery, ensuring necessary orders, pre-cert, or referral information is ready
• Complete insurance, disability, and FMLA forms in a timely manner
• Assist in administrative duties, including collection of past due balances, check-in/check-out, scheduling appointments, procedures, and surgeries, pre-cert procedures, insurance verification, data entry, posting charges, and assisting secretaries

Requirements

• MA Certification or minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Medical Assistant
• Orthopaedics experience preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• BLS certification required
• Ability to work independently
• Working knowledge of HIPAA requirements
• Knowledge of the health care field and medical specialty
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR screened annually) due to local travel via personal vehicle

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) plan with company safe harbor contribution