Medical Assistant/Cast Specialist - Manhattan Beach-BCO Ortho Clinic- Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

About the Role

This position supports the Orthopaedic Clinic by assisting physicians with clinical and administrative duties, ensuring efficient patient flow, and maintaining clinic operations.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to x-ray and exam rooms, monitor patient flow, and assist physicians with minor clinical procedures, including staple removal, suture removal, and wound care.
• Perform casting and splinting removal and application as directed by the physician.
• Track and order supplies, stock exam rooms and work stations, and ensure supplies are available prior to clinic times.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and patient appointments, including ancillary services and referrals.
• Maintain the master calendar for physician(s) and cover the front desk as needed.
• Review and code charge slips, develop supporting documentation for insurance claims, and submit claims to insurance carriers.
• Return patient phone calls in a timely manner in accordance with departmental policy.
• Assist with implementing physician orders for medications and treatments.
• Submit workers' compensation and HMO requests and relay disability status to adjusters and nurse case managers.
• Check supplies and medications for expiration dates and dispose of them according to hospital and Joint Commission standards.
• Perform vitals and enter required patient information in Cerner.
• Work collaboratively with all physicians in the Orthopaedic Clinic.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of casting experience in an acute care setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Orthopaedic Program or Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program.
• One year of experience as a medical assistant in an acute care setting.
• Spanish language skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Familiarity with word processing, IDX, AS400, and scheduling software.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – if no card upon hire, must be obtained within 30 days.
• Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) – must have one of the following:
  • Registered Orthopaedic Technologist (ROT) from the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP).
  • Registered Orthopaedic Technologist (ROT) from the National Board for Certification in the Orthopedic Specialties (NBCOS).
  • Orthopaedic Technologist Certification (OTC) from the National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists (NBCOT).
  If no certificate upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days and maintained by renewal.

Pay

The hourly rate range for this position is $29.00 - $45.20. When extending an offer of employment, factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal/state/local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, and external market considerations are taken into account.