Medical Assistant - South Austin & Northwest Austin Clinics - Texas Orthopedics

Texas Orthopedics, a Division of OrthoLonestar; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

HSA with employer contribution

FSA

Paid Holidays

PTO

401(k) with profit sharing

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Texas Orthopedics, a Division of OrthoLonestar, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians with patient care, assist in casting and bracing, and help manage clinic flow. The role involves preparing exam rooms, supporting patient education, and documenting in EMR with attention to patient privacy.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and a Medical Assistant certificate, with healthcare exposure and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of EMR and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care, including casting/bracing and related duties.
• Prepare examination rooms and instruments; maintain clinic flow and patient privacy.
• Review schedules, document patient information in EMR, and manage no-shows/cancellations.
• Assist with patient education, injections, and diagnostic orders as directed by physicians.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure timely clinic operations and proper records handling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

EMR knowledge

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certificate

Job description

ABOUT TEXAS ORTHOPEDICS, A DIVISION OF ORTHOLONESTARJoin the Team!Since opening our doors in 1986, Texas Orthopedics has grown into one of Central Texas’s most trusted names in musculoskeletal care. For nearly four decades, we’ve been committed to delivering exceptional orthopedic, rheumatologic, and physical therapy services to our community. With multiple locations throughout the Austin area and a comprehensive team of highly skilled physicians, we continue to expand our reach and elevate patient experience. Texas Orthopedics is a proud division of OrthoLoneStar, the largest independent orthopedic practice in Texas.Experience the Texas Orthopedics Work EnvironmentAt Texas Orthopedics, we strive to create a workplace where excellence and support go hand in hand. We prioritize a culture that encourages collaboration, professional growth, work–life balance and a team-driven environment. Through ongoing communication, staff feedback initiatives, and continuous process improvements, we work together to ensure our clinics operate with the highest standards of efficiency, innovation, and comfort. This commitment helps us deliver an exceptional experience not only to our patients, but also to every member of our team.GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for assisting physicians with patient care, including casting, bracing and performing other duties as assigned. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinic services. Conveys a positive image of clinic.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Assists physician with treating patient as directed. Prepares injections, takes vital signs, completes H&P questionnaire, and facilitates suture removals/dressing changes.Apply casts, splints and DME as needed to keep clinic flow in conjunction with Cast Technician/Orthopedic Technician.Issues prescriptions, physical therapy orders, home exercises, work restrictions, diagnostic orders and other orders per physician instruction and assists in patient education.Maintain a timely and safe clinic that focuses on efficient care with respect to the patient’s privacy and dignity. Ensure clinic runs efficiently within your power. Leave clinic as you would want others to leave it for you. Prepare exam rooms, instruments, linens and perform sharps container check on a per clinic basis.Work closely with staff in assigned musculoskeletal team to ensure quality patient care and services are provided. Ensure compliance with clinic standards of quality patient care. Assist physician with treating patients as directed.Assist physician with completion of procedure and diagnosis coding of encounter forms.Review: daily schedule, new patients, follow-up, time allowed, including start and finish time for designated physician(s). Also, note time of hospital or other meetings and assist physician with clinic flow to ensure attendance at these meetings. Work with the Office Manager to coordinate schedule according to physician requirements.Ensure required medical records are available for appointment. If unavailable, contact the agency responsible for the records (physical therapist, laboratory, etc).Document all patient-related communication or treatment in EMR.Helps facilitate triage task and scheduled drugs via ECPS or triplicates with physician.Review and help facilitate physician’s communication folder and electronic tasks daily.Assist the physician in reviewing no show and cancellation patients and take appropriate action.Maintains supplies and restocks rooms on prescribed schedule.Sterilizes instruments on prescribed schedule.Ability to function as a responsible designated tech according to guidelines established in the doctor-specific Ortho Tech manual.Attend continued education and skill labs as offered by Texas Orthopedics.Assist with Phlebotomy if certified.Track and complete patient FMLA forms timely.Work non-assigned physician clinics as scheduled.Assist with completion of physician responses to electronic communication to provide resolution for patient inquiries.Assist with obtaining prior-authorizations for diagnostic studies and viscosupplementation injections.Assist in answering inbound patient calls regarding clinical needs.Maintains strictest confidentiality.Travel to other locations as needed.All other duties as assigned.BENEFITS:Medical Insurance with VIP Health Advocate ServiceHealth Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributionFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Dental CoverageVision Coverage7-8 Paid Holidays each year12 PTO Days to start, with increases based on tenure (up to 22 days)401(k) with Safe Harbor contribution plus Profit Sharing (once eligible)Life InsuranceShort & Long-Term DisabilityAdditional Supplemental PlansMileage Reimbursement + Travel Time – (for eligible positions)Colleague Recognition ProgramWell-being support: Employee Assistance ProgramTo learn more, visit: https://www.txortho.com/QUALIFICATIONSEducation:High school diploma or GED.Preferred graduation from an accredited course for Medical Assisting.Experience:One year experience in a health care setting, preferably orthopedics.Licensure:MA certificate preferredSpecial Skills:Must possess outstanding interpersonal skills and be capable of communicating with physicians, staff and outside consultants.Knowledge of governmental regulations and compliance requirements, including OSHA regulations.Knowledge of computer systems and applications, including our current EMR.Physical Demands:Ability to walk frequently and stand for extended periods of time.Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.Ability to assist patients weighing up to 300 pounds.Must have full range of motion.Must have adequate visual acuity to read, the ability to interpret and understand written material.Must have adequate hearing and speaking abilities to interact appropriately with others, including patients and co-workers.Environmental Working Conditions:Combination clinic and office setting.Travel between clinic locations.Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, radiation and bodily fluids.