Orthopedics Medical Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Practice Manager, the Medical Assistant is responsible for basic clinical duties required to ready a patient for the Provider visit in the ambulatory clinic setting. The MA works collaboratively with the practice team to assure efficient and effective operations in the practice while maintaining confidentiality of all patients’ records, medical treatment and diagnosis and abiding by policies and procedures of the practice.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT I:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School graduate or equivalent.  Successful completion of Medical Assistance or comparable training program. Two years Medical Assistant experience will be considered in lieu of training program.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

High School graduate or equivalent.  Previous medical office experience preferred.  Ability to learn and apply basic medical terminology. Strong communication skills including the ability to actively listen. Must be able to communicate narrative account of events accurately. Prior knowledge of EHR and data entry preferred.  BLS certification within six months of hire.

EXPERIENCE

6 to 12 months current  experience providing or assisting direct patient care.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT II:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School graduate or equivalent.  Successful completion of Medical Assistance or comparable training program. Two years Medical Assistant experience will be considered in lieu of training program.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

High School degree or equivalent. Previous medical office experience required.  Strong communication skills including the ability to actively listen. Must be able to communicate narrative account of events accurately. Prior knowledge of EHR and data entry required.  BLS certification within six months of hire.

EXPERIENCE

1 to 2  years Medical Assistant experience required.