Fulltime Medical Assistant Position

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LL; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Free parking

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics is seeking a team-oriented Medical Assistant for our busy orthopaedic practice in Westminster, MD. Under supervision, you will assist doctors in examination and treatment, support patient flow, and ensure comfort and privacy during visits.

This full-time role requires strong communication, medical terminology knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Current AMT or AAMA certification preferred.
• Minimum one year experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting preferred.
• Experience in an orthopaedic practice preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and flexible work style.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient patient flow in clinical areas.
• Ensure patient comfort, safety, and privacy.
• Assist patients in preparation for exams and procedures.
• Collect chief complaint and medical history for physicians.
• Record planned medical procedures.
• Provide support to staff in evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Prepare injections as ordered by physicians.
• Understand and initiate emergency procedures.
• Stock examination rooms with equipment and supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Customer service

Education

AMT/AAMA certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $16 USD to $28 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics, OrthoMaryland Division is seeking a team-oriented, service-driven, computer savvy Medical Assistant for our busy orthopaedic practice. Under the direction/supervision of the Clinical Manager and Physicians, this team member will provide medical assistance to doctors in the examination and treatment of patients.

This is a full-time position.

Medical Assistant Duties include

• Supports efficient patient flow in and around clinical areas.
• Provides for patient comfort, safety, and privacy.
• Assists patients in preparation for medical exams and/or procedures. Keeps patients comfortable during waiting time.
• Places patients in rooms, and obtains chief complaint, medical history, and any additional information the physician needs.
• Records the planned medical procedures.
• Provides support to professional staff in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Provides patient care during clinic visits according to policies and procedures.
• Prepares injections as ordered by physician.
• Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures.
• Stock examination rooms with equipment, supplies, and other necessities. Ensure orderliness of the examination/treatment rooms and clinical area.
• Prepares and sterilizes suture packs and surgical equipment.
• Utilize computer software programs, as needed, to communicate and understand patient needs (i.e. scheduling, EMR, etc).
• Lifting and ambulating as needed to assist patients, maintaining patient flow.
• Follows all Federal and State guidelines in accordance with patient privacy (HIPAA), OSHA, etc. as applicable.
• Understands and adheres to OrthoMaryland’s policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Medical Assistant Education/Licensure

• Current certification from the AMT or AAMA preferred

Medical Assistant Skills & Experience

• Minimum one (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant working in a clinical environment preferred.
• Experience in an orthopaedic practice preferred
• An ability to work independently, excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and flexibility required.
• A working knowledge of medical terminology is necessary.
• Exhibits strong customer service skills in daily interaction with the public, patients, staff, and physicians.

About OrthoMaryland

OrthoMaryland welcomes new team members into our medical family. We believe that each employee contributes directly to our growth and success. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package based on position, qualifications, and experience.

OrthoMaryland is one of the oldest and most respected orthopaedic practices in the Baltimore metropolitan region. We provide excellent orthopaedic care for orthopaedic conditions, concerns, and injuries of every kind. OrthoMaryland sets itself apart from other practices by offering compassionate, patient-focused care. We are recognized for physician excellence and outstanding achievements in orthopaedics - unsurpassed throughout Maryland. Visit www.orthomaryland.net to learn more.

About The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics is the leading orthopaedic practice in the Maryland-DC-Virginia region. More than 150 physicians are united by a commitment to the highest standards in patient care.

Our goal: To help our patients feel better as quickly as possible, using the best and most up to date therapies and practices.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $18.00-$28.00 per hour

• 401 (k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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