What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant Specialist position at Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute?
**Job Description**
The Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute is seeking a highly skilled Certified Medical Assistant to join our team at the Beaches office. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401K retirement plan.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work closely with orthopedic physicians and physician assistants to coordinate patient care and needs.
- Assist with clerical duties, such as completing forms and charting.
- Check physician schedules and prepare charts for necessary test results.
- Organize patient flow to ensure timely appointments.
- Assist patients to exam rooms, collect patient history, and conduct screenings according to physician guidelines.
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
- Answer patient phone calls and provide instructions at the direction of the physician.
- Document phone calls and prescription refills.
- Maintain clean exam rooms and instruments following infection control guidelines.
- Follow bio-hazardous waste standards.
- Restock exam rooms and maintain medical supplies.
- Adhere to universal precautions when assisting with patient care.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.
- Clerical and computer duties are required to complete forms and charting.
Position Requirements:
- Valid Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA).
- Valid CPR certification.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum 1-2 years Medical Assistant experience.
- Orthopaedic experience a plus.
- Proficiency with triaging patient care issues.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinic environment.
- Knowledge of HIPAA and safety guidelines/regulations.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Computer proficiency.
