Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

Hawaii Pacific Health; Lihue (HI); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaua'i Medical Clinic, part of Hawai‘i Pacific Health, seeks a Medical Assistant for the Orthopedics department. You will support physicians and staff, perform patient care tasks, and help deliver high-quality care to Hawai‘i’s people. The role requires strong communication and attention to detail across patient ages.

Location is Kaua‘i Medical Clinic with Day/Evening shifts; Full Time Temporary position, 1.0 FTE. Experience and MA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program and/or equivalent experience.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant with AAMA/AMT/NCCT/NHA/ARMA.
• Current BLS CPR card.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of patient care activities in Orthopedics.
• Contribute to caring, thorough health services for patients of all ages.
• Demonstrate detail orientation, strong communication and patient-care skills.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

High school or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program

Certified/Registered Medical Assistant (AAMA/AMT/NCCT/NHA/ARMA)

BLS CPR certification

Job description

Kaua'i Medical Clinic is the island’s largest clinic and only multispecialty medical group. More than 85 physicians and midlevel providers offer primary and specialty care at clinic locations in Eleele, Kapaa, Koloa and Lihue.

The Orthopedics Department is trained to handle the most common of injuries, from sprains, broken bones and sports injuries, to specialized conditions such as arthritis and congenital disorders. Our multi-disciplinary team includes fellowship-trained orthopedic physicians, rheumatologists, physical therapists, nurses and other health care providers that specialize in treating a wide range of injuries in children and adults.

As a Medical Assistant in our Orthopedics department, you will form part of the dedicated team of physicians and medical staff that provide caring, thorough health services to our patients and their families. In this role, you will perform a wide variety of patient care activities to clients of all ages. We are looking for someone detail-oriented and attentive, with strong communications and patient care skills and a commitment to delivering the highest quality health care to Hawai‘i’s people.

Location: Kauai Medical Clinic

Work Schedule: Day/Evening - 8 Hours

Work Type: Full Time Temporary

FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining

Exempt: No

Req ID 34244

Pay Range: 28.26 - 29.75 USD per hour

Category: Medical Support Staff

Minimum Qualifications: High school or equivalent. Completion of a Medical Assistant Program and/or equivalent experience. Certified or Registered Medical Assistant with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA). Current American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR card. Must be able to complete departmental competency assessment by conclusion of orientation period.

EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets

Hawai‘i Pacific Health offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes pay and benefits. Rate of pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant experience and training, as well as internal peer equity.