Medical Assistant — Orthopedic Care Team

OrthoVirginia; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoVirginia seeks a Medical Assistant in Reston to join a fast-paced orthopedic care team. You will work closely with physicians, clinical staff, and patients from the initial visit through post-operative care.

You will prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, document medical history, educate patients on cast and traction care, and help coordinate follow-up visits and imaging. This role offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment with opportunities to grow clinically.

Qualifications

• Welcome and room patients, obtain vital signs, and document relevant medical history and information.
• Support physicians and clinical team members with patient care throughout the visit.
• Educate patients on orthopedic care, including cast care, traction care, and the proper use of orthopedic appliances.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and ensure clinical areas are ready for patients and providers.
• Welcome and room patients, obtain vital signs, and document relevant medical history and information.
• Support physicians and clinical team members with patient care throughout the visit.
• Educate patients on orthopedic care, including cast care, traction care, and the proper use of orthopedic appliances.
• Enter physician-directed orders for services such as X-rays and physical therapy.
• Coordinate follow-up appointments, post-operative visits, diagnostic studies, and other patient care needs.
• Assist with surgery scheduling, including coordinating pre-operative testing, therapy, and pre- and post-operative equipment.
• Help manage patient flow to support an efficient and positive experience for patients and providers.
• Respond to patient calls, appropriately triage questions and concerns, and help ensure issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked exam, treatment, and bracing rooms.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for the handling and disposal of sharps and biohazardous materials.
• Partner with the broader clinical team to support an exceptional patient experience.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

Job description

OrthoVirginia seeks a Medical Assistant in Reston to join a fast-paced orthopedic care team. You will work closely with physicians, clinical staff, and patients from the initial visit through post-operative care.

You will prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, document medical history, educate patients on cast and traction care, and help coordinate follow-up visits and imaging. This role offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment with opportunities to grow clinically.