Clinical Assistant

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine; Kentucky; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Orthopaedics is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support Providers in a fast-paced orthopedic clinic. The role suits those with clinical backgrounds in medical assisting, athletic training, or orthopedic techs, offering hands-on patient care in a busy setting.

You will room patients, obtain vitals and history, assist with procedures, process orders, e-prescribe, and ensure accurate EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• Clinical background in medical assisting, athletic training, or orthopedics.
• Experience rooming patients, taking vitals, and collecting medical history.
• Experience assisting with orthopedic procedures and post-operative care.
• Accurate documentation in the EMR system is essential.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vitals, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Assist Providers with clinical procedures, including suture/staple removal, bandaging, and post-operative care.
• Create and process orders, work status forms, and other clinical documentation.
• E-scribe medications and provide patient instructions.
• Document all patient interactions accurately in the EMR.
• Manage daily administrative tasks such as returning calls, voicemails, and processing faxes.
• Provide coverage across departments to support clinic operations.

Skills

Medical Assistants

Athletic Trainers

Orthopedic Technicians

Tools

EMR

Updox

Job description

As a Clinical Assistant with Bluegrass Orthopaedics, you will play a key role in supporting Providers in a fast-paced orthopedic clinic environment. This position is well-suited for individuals with clinical backgrounds such as Medical Assistants, Athletic Trainers, Orthopedic Technicians, or other hands-on patient care roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vitals, medical history, and chief complaints
• Assist Providers with clinical procedures, including suture/staple removal, bandaging, and post-operative care
• Create and process PT orders, work status forms, and other clinical documentation
• E-scribe medications and assist with patient instructions
• Document all patient interactions accurately in the EMR
• Manage daily administrative tasks including:
  • Returning patient calls and voicemails
  • Processing faxes and electronic documents ("e.g., Updox")
  • Completing FMLA and short-term disability paperwork
  • Monitoring and ensuring timely completion of Provider documentation
• Support clinic operations and provide coverage across departments as needed