Premier is a leading orthopedic practice committed to diagnosing and treating a wide range of orthopedic injuries and conditions. We operate in over 50 locations and have more than 70 physicians dedicated to providing exceptional care across the Greater Philadelphia area. With a team of nearly 1,000 employees, we thrive in a supportive environment that prioritizes collaboration and patient satisfaction.
What We Offer :
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, vision, and dental plans, 100% employer-paid life insurance, and a 401(k) match, eligible on the first of the month following start date.
Generous paid sick and vacation time.
7 Paid Holidays per year.
Excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.
Employee referral reward program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Facilitates communication between the patient and the provider during patient care :
o Collects and shares pertinent information with the provider.
o Receives and acts on directives from the provider.
Responsible for preparing patients for visits with the providers. Duties include but are not limited to, rooming patients, obtaining and documenting vitals, preparing supplies for wound care, dressing changes, reviewing intake paperwork, pulling up radiology images, prepping injection materials, and accurately entering data into the EMR system.
Assists in cast and soft goods application as well as the removal of casts, staples, and sutures.
Maintains exam room standards. Rooms should be restocked at the end of each day. Rooms and tables should be cleaned as needed during business hours and at the end of each day.
Monitors biohazard and sharps containers and replaces them as needed.
Assists the providers in preparing patient prescriptions and completing medical and patient forms (i.e. work release, disability, and FMLA forms, etc.).
Prepares patients' electronic charts before the date of service.
Performs laboratory tests as needed.
Maintains the inventory of medical supplies and proper maintenance of medical equipment.
Verifies that any outstanding testing results are recorded in the EMR system, confirms the appropriateness of the patient to the provider (body part and / or insurance), and notes imaging, DME, or casting needs before provider visit on the date of service.
Scans clinical documents into the EMR system.
Prints schedules on the morning of the date of service.
Ensures patient receives education regarding medical treatment and therapies as indicated by the provider.
Creates and promotes a positive patient experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma / GED required. Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program as defined by state regulations is preferred.
One-two years of experience is preferred.
In lieu of experience must have CMA certification.
Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR, and scheduling software.
Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians, staff members, patients, and the public and be capable of establishing good working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of patient confidentiality, state laws, HIPAA regulations, and medical records procedures.
Requires strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software.
Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to be detailed oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with providers.
Ability to demonstrate compassion when dealing with patients and family members.
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