Medical Assistant (Full-Time) - Montage Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Clinic Manager, the Medical Assistant will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our patients. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing patients for provider evaluations by taking vital signs, recording information, and assisting with treatments such as wound care, injections, and minor procedures.
• Cooking patient flow, ensuring efficient use of the facility and provider time, and maintaining treatment rooms.
• Coordinating surgeries, obtaining authorizations for diagnostics and Durable Medical Equipment, and ensuring all required clearances are in place.
• Assisting with basic administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, and ensuring timely follow-up on flagged items in the system.
• Maintaining inventory levels of medical supplies, ensuring the cleanliness of treatment rooms and other areas, and participating in training new employees.
• Working closely with the clinical and administrative teams to ensure smooth operations and excellent patient care.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates should have:

• A strong foundation in computer skills, including proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook.
• Excellent telephone communication skills to maintain clear and professional interactions with patients and staff.
• An understanding of mathematical concepts, including the ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• The ability to manage cash transactions and reconcile cash drawer balances with computer system reports accurately.
• Experience in a surgical specialty clinic or holding a CCMA/CMAC certification from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA).

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 3 years of experience working in a surgical specialty clinic or similar setting.
• A one-year certificate from college or technical school, combined with at least one year of related experience and/or training.
• A minimum of one-year related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A solid understanding of mathematical concepts and the ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred.

Skills

Essential skills for this role include:

• Organizational skills, ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment, and commitment to patient confidentiality.
• Attention to detail, conscientiousness, and a strong follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, adjust to changing deadlines, and handle emergency situations or shifting priorities.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook.

Benefits

Montage Health offers:

• Equal opportunity employer.

Pay

Pay range based on years of applicable experience:

• $23.00 to $27.96 per hour.

Schedule

Position type: Regular.

Assigned work hours: 40 per week.