Ortho Medical Assistant - Outpatient Clinic

Marshall Medical Center; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant for its orthopedic clinic to support providers in an outpatient setting. You will prepare exam rooms, obtain patient history, assist with procedures such as injections and pre-op activities, and ensure timely, dignified patient care.

This role requires MA program completion or prior MA experience, BLS certification, and MA certification per California standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program or MA experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• To qualify for Medical Assistant 2: MA certification from CCMA or CMA (AAMA) or approved certifying body required.
• Knowledge of injections, EKGs, medication administration and/or vital signs.
• Basic computer/EMR experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient education.
• Skilled in removing splints and casts, staple and stitch removal when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in outpatient orthopedic clinic with procedures (arthrocentesis, injections, pre-op).
• Prepare exam rooms and obtain patient information/history.
• Prepare patients for X-rays and sterilize instruments.
• Document accurately in EMR and ensure timely care delivery.
• Float to other Marshall Medical clinics as needed to support operations.
• Verify insurance eligibility and obtain authorizations as needed.

Skills

Injections

EKG

Medication administration

Vital signs

EMR

Insurance verification

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Medical Assistant Program

CCMA/CMA certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Marshall Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant for its orthopedic clinic to support providers in an outpatient setting. You will prepare exam rooms, obtain patient history, assist with procedures such as injections and pre-op activities, and ensure timely, dignified patient care.

This role requires MA program completion or prior MA experience, BLS certification, and MA certification per California standards.