Orthopedic Medical Assistant

Job description

Tidewater Orthopedics has an immediate need for Full-Time Certified Medical Assistant. We are currently searching for reliable Medical Assistants to perform various office and clinical duties to keep our healthcare practice running efficiently. Our Medical Assistants work directly with healthcare practice staff to maintain patient records, explain common medical procedures to patients and assist in basic examinations. This is a fast paced position which requires the ability to multi-task while making critical decisions. The qualified Medical Assistant must have reliable transportation, as the position is based in Hampton but they may be required to commute between our practice locations in Hampton, Williamsburg, and Suffolk.

Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional patient care to include explanation of procedure to be done.
• Record patient information such as vital signs, weight and changes in medical history
• Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patients appointments
• Properly apply and instruct patient on application of splints and dressings
• Using EMR to order additional testing, work notes and prescriptions as dictated by the physician
• Autoclaving and cleaning of instruments and other clinic equipment
• Perform PT/INR exam on patients to include instruction on Coumadin dosage per the physician
• Wound cleaning, suture removal and dressing of wounds
• Maintain cleanliness and stocking of rooms
• Other job duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Must hold one of the following certifications:
• Certified Medical Assistant
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Registered Medical Assistant
• Experience in Orthopedics preferred, but not required
• CPR Certified
• must be able to travel to Hampton, Williamsburg, and/or Suffolk offices
• able to multitask and work in a fast paced environment
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demand:

Frequently standing, walking and sitting. Ability to pull, lift, carry and push greater than 150lbs repetitive. Frequent stooping, kneeling, balancing, climbing and balancing. 95% of work will be performed inside with noise and/or vibrations. No extreme heat, cold, wet or humid work environment. Repetitive physical and verbal interaction with patients.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.'

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Orthopedics

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• Medical Assistant Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hampton, VA 23666: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20