Clinical Support - Thomasville

TOC; Fletcherville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Orthopaedic Solutions Management is seeking a capable medical support professional to assist physicians during patient exams and manage room readiness. You will record vital signs, process paperwork, and ensure accurate documentation in the medical record.

The role requires certifications such as EMT or Medical Assistant, with Florida LPN, RT(R), and Athletic Trainer credentials advantageous. Monday-Friday, on-site work with a drug-free workplace commitment.

Qualifications

• EMT certification required/desired.
• Medical Assistant certification or credential.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (FL) or eligibility.
• Radiologic Technologist RT(R) FL license or eligibility.
• Athletic Trainer certification (BOC) and FL eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient exams and paperwork for patient care.
• Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and maintain clean, stocked rooms.
• Record vital signs and patient information in EHR as directed.
• Coordinate patient flow and appointments with staff and physicians.
• Explain prevention techniques and home exercise protocols under physician direction.
• Perform clinical histories using standard subjective/objective/assessment methods.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team player

Flexibility

Prioritization

Education

EMT

Medical Assistant

LPN Florida license

RT(R) Florida license

Athletic Trainer – BOC

Job description

Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist physician(s) with patient exams.
• Prepare work area, exam rooms, and equipment.
• Escort patients to rooms, take and record vital signs, document personal information such as allergies and medications within patient medical record.
• Perform daily organizational tasks as defined in the clinic such as locating all x-rays and MRI reports.
• Assist physician(s) with paperwork for patient care.
• Help maintain patient flow and workflow.
• Work collaboratively as a team member to provide high quality treatment and efficient service to patients.
• Assist physician to ensure patient has prescriptions called into pharmacy and completed in the medical record.
• Check and answer voice mail messages; including appropriate documentation and management of patient phone messages and all pertinent follow-up to include but not limited to coordination of patients appointments, diagnostic testing, surgery scheduling, prescription refills and general medical inquiries (within individuals scope of practice according to their credentials)
• Explain and demonstrate, under the direction of physician, various prevention techniques to reduce incident of injury.
• Explain and demonstrate under the direction of physician, proper treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning protocols for patient home exercises.
• Perform patient clinical histories; to include subjective, objective, and assessment techniques under the direction of physician.
• Perform organization and administration responsibilities, to include record keeping of performed clinical histories by dictating clinical information obtained.
• Apply casts, splints, dressings, and DME products, as directed.
• Remove splints, dressings, casts, sutures, and staples as directed.
• Clean examination rooms and equipment after examinations.
• Sterilize or coordinate the sterilization of all instruments.
• Ensure adequate stock of instruments and supplies and order, as needed.
• ATC’s will provide assistance and coverage, as needed, by attending sporting events and home games to provide first aid or assist in treatment of injuries.
• Required to follow and abide by all established policies and procedures set forth by TOC.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as deemed appropriate.

GENERAL COMPENTENCIES DESIRED

• Ability to set priorities, identify and resolve problems effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills for managing workflow, follow-up on patient care, and anticipating the needs of the patients and physicians.
• Demonstrate reliability and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to deal with people who are injured.
• Flexible to work with any physician or other allied health provider.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing and walking. Occasionally lift and carries items weighing up to 35 pounds. Requires normal visual acuity. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.

CREDENTIALS DESIRED

• Certified – Emergency Medical Technician
• Certified – Medical Assistant
• Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed in Florida (or eligible)
• Radiologic Technologist RT(R), Licensed in Florida (or eligible)
• Athletic Trainer – BOC Certified, Licensed in Florida (or eligible) and have or obtain NPI number.

HOURS: Monday-Friday

Orthopaedic Solutions Management is a Drug Free Workplace

We are committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. As part of this commitment, we operate as a drug-free workplace. All candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment drug screening and/or be subject to random drug testing in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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