Orthopedic Certified Medical Assistant

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in their orthopedic clinic. This role offers a full-time position with responsibilities ranging from patient care to maintaining accurate medical records. Ideal candidates will have the necessary certification and be committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Medical Assistant from a recognized organization.
• Current BLS certification required upon hire and to be maintained.
• Graduate from an accredited medical assisting program or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for orthopedic examinations.
• Record patient history, including vital signs.
• Assist in orthopedic procedures and facilitate diagnostic tests.

Skills

Patient Care

Record Keeping

Vital Signs Measurement

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for Medical Assistants

Current BLS certification

Medical assistant credential from a nationally recognized organization

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant, also referred to as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Certified Medical Assistants will support both clinical and administrative tasks, such as taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, updating patient records, and coordinating appointments in our orthopedic clinic. Medical Assistants will work under the supervision of physicians and nurses in a fast-paced environment, helping to deliver exceptional patient care and ensure smooth clinical operations.

Shift’s Available: Days (No Weekends)

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm

Location: Providence Medical Group – Kansas City, KS (Ortho Clinic)

*** Travel is required for this position. 1 day a week you would need to travel to Leavenworth, KS.

Responsibilities

** You must be a Certified Medical Assistant from the National Healthcare Association or other nationally recognized organization to move forward in this position. We do offer programs to help you get your Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Greet and prepare patients for orthopedic examinations and procedures
• Record patient history, vital signs, and orthopedic-specific information
• Instruct patients on pre-operative (pre-op) and post-operative (post-op) care and medication regimens
• Help in orthopedic procedures, including bandaging, splinting, and wound care
• Facilitate diagnostic tests, imaging tests (e.g., X-rays, MRIs) and ensure accurate documentation of results
• Prepare and maintain examination rooms, including sterilization and inventory management of medical supplies and equipment
• Schedule patient appointments, manage charts, and update (Electronic Medical Records) EHR systems with patient information

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Graduate of an accredited school for Medical Assistants, Surgical Technologists, or one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a physician clinic setting
• Current BLS certification upon hire and maintained current
• Current medical assistant credential from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Credentialing organization required

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• 1 year experience as a medical assistant in a clinic setting, preferred

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days