What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Tech position at Specialty Orthopedic Group?
Specialty Medical Group is looking for a Medical Tech to add to the Tupelo clinic full-time. Prior experience is preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate.
Please do not call in to Specialty Orthopedic Group regarding this position.
JOB SUMMARY
The Medical Tech rooms, triages, evaluates patients, orders appropriate X-rays, assists providers with in-office treatments and procedures, directs patients to surgery scheduling staff, ensures documentation of patient information in Exscribe, and provides patient education.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepares clinic and casting rooms prior to patient arrivals.
- Receives patients from waiting room, directing them to exam rooms or x-ray.
- Gathers and records patients’ medical history, physical data, and vital signs within the EHR system (Exscribe).
- Manages the flow of clinic.
- Changes patient statuses to appropriately within the EHR.
- Collaborates with providers in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
- Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
- Orders appropriate diagnostic x-rays.
- Verifies that previously ordered test results, images, and imaging reports (e.g., MRIs, CT scans, nerve studies, labs, etc.) are under the correct patient’s chart in the EHR and available for provider’s evaluation.
- Prepares medications/injections as ordered by provider.
- Assists alongside physicians with in-office procedures such as joint/fluid aspirations, suturing minor lacerations, and post-reduction casting/splinting.
- Application and removal of casts/splints and minor wound dressings, fitting of durable medical equipment (DME), and removal of sutures as ordered by provider.
- Inform patients of down payment/total cost amounts of DME according to patients’ insurance coverage; complete appropriate forms for DME.
- Provides instructions/education to patients and family members regarding medications and at-home treatment.
- Maintains and reviews/updates patient records, charts, and other necessary information.
- Triages patient telephone calls and provides consultation.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Maintains exam and casting rooms in a clean and orderly manner. Re-stocks supplies in exam rooms as needed.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good computer skills.
- Ability to maintain a positive, cooperative, and respectful attitude towards patients, visitors, coworkers, management, and physicians/providers.
- Provision of excellent customer service.
- Possesses determination, initiative, and dependability.
- Completion of tasks in a timely manner.
- Self-motivated to perform job duties with minimal supervision.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
