Medical Assistant- Orthopedics Jobs

Sierra Pacific Orthopedics, the leading full-service orthopedic group in the San Joaquin Valley, is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to add to one of our Orthopedic Specialty Practices.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs administrative and clinical duties in coordination with the Physician to provide quality health care to patients.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of a technical program

• Appropriate Medical Assistant Certification required

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Strong communication skills with staff, physicians and patients

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to prioritize work flow in a fast-paced team environment

• Strong computer skills, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience, preferably with Nextgen

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Rooming patients and taking vitals

• Documenting patient information in EMR

• Assist and setup procedures

• Arrange and pre-certify MRIs, CRs and DMEs as needed

• Assist front office in checking patients in/out and scheduling

• Rx refills through physician

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Some patient assistance will be required. Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone and other office equipment is also required. Employee must have normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normal clinical working environment.

Compensation: $16-$30/hr