Medical Assitant Orthopedic Clinic

Medical Assitant Orthopedic Clinic

Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Satisfactorily completes applicable competency assessments/skills checklists within 90 days of hire/transfer into Medical Assistant job.
• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or three years of Medical Assistant experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting for Medical Assistant II.
• National MA Certification or current LPN/RN licensure for Medical Assistant III.
• 7 years of Medical Assistant (or LPN or RN) experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting for Medical Assistant III.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic clerical and office duties including assembling necessary documents and supplies, effectively using computer applications, scheduling and coordinating appointments, maintaining medical records, and maintaining inventory of supplies.
• Performs business and financial duties including assigning procedural and diagnostic coding, conducting pre-authorizations and referrals, and facilitating timely billing.
• Performs clinical functions including prioritizing patient needs, recognizing emergency situations, preparing examination areas, performing intake processes, administering screening tests, assisting providers, providing patient education, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Medical Assistant (MA) experience is highly preferred.