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Medical Assistant
FullTime Orlando, FL, US
5 days ago Requisition ID: 1428
Join the University Orthopedic Care Team as a Medical Assistant!
Are you detail-oriented, passionate about patient care, and looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic organization? We are seeking a dedicated Full-Time Medical Assistant to join our team and
help ensure the accuracy and integrity of our practice.
About the Role: The Medical Assistant will assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician.
Key Responsibilities
- Interview patients and obtain vital signs i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height to record on patients’ medical chart.
- Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
- Ensure the cleanliness and sterilization of office and medical equipment.
- Assist Providers in gathering patient chief complaints, past medical history, allergy information, etc.
- Assisting the Physician during examinations
- May need to draw blood and collect blood samples from patients.
- Explaining Medical and Surgical Procedures to Patients.
- Weekly maintenance of clinical office inventory; including but not limited to Proficient RX, DME, cold compression machines and other medical equipment.
- Serve and protect the physician or healthcare provider practice by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements and
- Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards
- Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with accrediting guidelines and regulations.
- Completes all other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For
- Integrity: You handle patient documentation responsibly and maintain confidentiality.
- Strong Communication Skills: Patient and Physician interaction is a major part of this role, so you have solid verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
- Comprehensive Knowledge: You understand medical and orthopedic terminology.
- Regulation Proficiency: You abide by HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Experience: Prior experience as a Medical Assistant in Orthopedic with Electronic Medical Records systems is desirable.
Qualifications
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program is desired.
- Previous work experience as a Medical Assistant is required. Experience in orthopedic practice strongly preferred.
- Contribute to a patient-driven organization with a supportive and collaborative team.
- Opportunity for professional growth and continuous learning.
- Engage in meaningful work that impacts patient outcomes