What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Orthopedics position at Powers Health?
Position: Medical Assistant - Clinic
Location: Hobart, Crown Point, Valparaiso
Specialty: Orthopedics
Position Summary
Education/Experience Requirements
- High School graduate or GED equivalent required
- Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required OR active current certification as a Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant required
- Six months previous experience as a Medical Assistant preferred
- Must maintain current CPR certification (TB certification may be required for specific offices)
- Basic understanding of medical documentation and terms; ability to spell accurately; able to accurately record information
- Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
- Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively
- Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation
- Completes annual skill validation as well as safety and infection control procedures
- Excellent attitude, interpersonal skills, and communication abilities necessary to interact with patients, family members, physicians, and other hospital associates
