Medical Assistant

Spire Orthopedic Partners; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Dynamic environment

Diverse network of practitioners

Tools & programs to enhance experience

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Benefits package

Job summary

Middlesex Orthopedic & Spine Associates in Middletown, CT seeks a full-time Medical Assistant to join our growing orthopedic practice. You will support clinical operations, assist providers with examinations and procedures, and help maintain patient flow and care quality.

The role emphasizes patient interaction, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team across satellite offices. Excellent growth opportunities and a supportive environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• General knowledge of office procedures and computer systems.
• Orthopedic and/or casting experience preferred.
• MA certification preferred or completion of a CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited program.
• Excellent interpersonal and patient-facing skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Travel between satellite offices required.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, prepare and stock supplies; assist with daily clinic operations.
• Verify patient information, medical history, medications and allergies.
• Prepare patients for examination and coordinate with EHR, radiology and service teams.
• Maintain accurate notes, patient confidentiality and dignity.
• Assist with casting, dressings and DME as ordered.
• Prepare injectable medications and assist with US-guided procedures as needed.
• Order and maintain clinic equipment and manage orthopedic supplies.
• Support front desk during check-in/out and coordinate with providers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Office procedures

Customer service

Teamwork

Strong organizational skills

Phone etiquette

English medical terminology

Hip/orthopedic casting knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

MA certification preferred

CAAHEP/ABHES accredited program

Tools

Word

Outlook

Job description

Who We Are

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most - patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

Middlesex Orthopedic & Spine Associates is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to join our team in our Middletown, CT location. We are a growing practice with ample opportunity for career growth.

What You’ll Do

Channel your expertise as a Medical Assistant and allow your keen attention to detail shine as you take on this important role. This position plays a key role in the efficient and effective clinical operations of the practice. Join a dedicated team focused on empowering orthopedic and spine specialists to transform patient lives and to be the best orthopedic and spine network in our community.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Arrive promptly to clinic according to your scheduled sessions. Contribute and work together as a team to see that the clinic runs smoothly (rooming patients, completing DME/casts, cleaning exam & waiting rooms, stocking rooms).


• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, confirming and recording all patient medications and allergies, confirming and documenting the purpose of the visit. Obtaining OP reports, imaging reports, etc for the visit. Opening images for Provider review.


• Prepares patients for examination by ordering preliminary physical tests/x rays. Interact with other departments (electronic health records, radiology, service coordination) to obtain the resources needed to assist in patient care.


• Maintain accurate notes and records. Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality.


• Remove sutures and staples (As Appropriate)


• Prepare injectable medications as per physician orders. Assist Providers with US guided procedures (portable and handheld devices).


• Dressings - assess the condition of wounds prior to cast applications and cast removal. Consult with Providers for further orders when problems are identified. (As appropriate)


• Cast application - (including specialized casts, fracture braces) using plaster or synthetic materials. This involves adjusting, removing, repairing, bi-valving, wedging and windowing of casts. Provide on the job instruction and demonstration of casting techniques to co-workers and other health professionals (medical students, interns, residents) as requested.


• Measure and fit patients for orthopedic braces, devices, and ambulatory aids. Instruct patients regarding care and proper use. Fabricate and apply splints and bandages (ie., finger splints, humeral splints, knee splints, back braces, etc.). Appropriately document/code/bill for DME products.


• Instruct patient/family in the care of the cast, splint, or brace as well as skin care. Reinforce the teaching of the medical information given by the physician regarding the specific injury, treatment plan, and anticipated results.


• Order and maintain equipment (including cleaning and preparing instruments for autoclave).


• Manage orthopedic supplies, stock rooms, and empty biohazard bins.


• Collaborate with other health care professionals such as physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners.


• Prepare for clinic: bringing any necessary supplies, etc. Upon completion of clinic: clean & stock rooms, power down computers, possibly prepare for next Provider’s clinic with user logins.


• Assist and monitor other clinics when schedule & time allows assist with rooming, assisting/completing patient Kiosk’s, completing DME/casts, etc.


• Cover evening Urgent Ortho hours on a rotating basis within the department.


• Travel to satellite offices when assigned.


• Charting/prepping and review of schedules, ensuring reports, tests, etc, are available for the provider.


• Assisting with triage tasks.


• Training with Front Desk on checking in and checking out patients.

Who you are

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.


• General knowledge of office procedures and computer systems.


• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills


• Ability to handle high stress, busy work environment.


• Knowledge of Word & Outlook required.


• Orthopedic and/or casting experience preferred.


• Pleasant, professional, and articulate phone skills.


• Knowledge of medical terminology.


• Strong organizational skills.


• Ability to work as part of a team.


• Travel between satellite offices required.

MA CERTIFIED PREFERRED: Eligible candidates may be trained and graduated from a medical assisting program (may be a one-year certificate or diploma program or a two-year associate degree program) that is accredited by either CAAHEP or ABHES. Additional eligible candidates considered from completed CNA and EMT programs in addition to previous medical experience as an intern or scribe.

What We Offer

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities


• Dynamic environment


• Access to a diverse network of practitioners


• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience


• Competitive Compensation


• Generous PTO


• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to \"protected characteristics\").