Medical Assistant

Overview

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Ortho Virginia is Virginia’s largest provider of orthopedic medicine and one of the leading providers of physical, hand, and occupational therapy. As one of the largest orthopedic specialty practices in the country, Ortho Virginia’s nationally recognized physicians provide advanced surgical and non-surgical care to patients of all ages.

Why Join Ortho Virginia?

Ortho Virginia offers competitive pay and benefits for employees including paid-time-away, family planning, and retirement plan options. Our flexible scheduling affords our employees a meaningful work-life balance and our knowledgeable leaders provide a rewarding work environment.

As a part of the orthopedic team, the Medical Assistant will interact with patients and perform clinical, maintenance and administrative assignments.

• Prepare exam rooms prior to patient arrival.
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and vital statistics.
• Record patient s medical history, height and weight.
• Provide patient education to include cast care, traction care and the use of orthopedic appliances.
• Input orders directed by physician (x-ray, physical therapy).
• Schedule appointments necessary to patient care (return appointments, post-ops, study follow-up, etc.).
• Surgery scheduling to include coordination of preoperative H&P testing, therapy and pre/post-operative equipment.
• Assist with patient flow and give direct patient care as directed.
• Maintain clean and well-stocked treatment rooms, bracing rooms and clinical areas; ensure appropriate and timely disposal of sharps and biohazard material.
• Respond to phone calls and triage appropriately and resolve issues accordingly the same day.

• Excellent customer service skills and patient focus
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years experience in a medical facility working as a medical assistant or heavy administration role (Preferred)
• CCMA, CMA, RMA or ROT (Preferred)
• Physical health sufficient to meet the ergonomic standards and demands of the position.

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