Orthopedic Clinical Medical Assistant - Casting & DME

Connecticut Orthopaedics; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contributions

Paid holidays

Uniform allowance

Free parking

Training and development opportunities

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Connecticut Orthopaedics in Hamden, CT is seeking a Clinical Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinical teams in our busy practice. Responsibilities include casting, dressing changes, rooming patients, taking intake, and assisting with injections and ultrasound per provider protocol.

The ideal candidate is a Certified Medical Assistant with a High School diploma and 3–5 years of MA experience, preferably in orthopaedics.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years MA experience preferred.
• Experience in orthopaedic practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cast application and removal.
• Apply and remove wound dressings as directed.
• Assist with staple and suture removal.
• Fit patients for DME and complete billing paperwork.
• Room patients and manage intake documentation.
• Assist with injections and ultrasound per protocol.
• Maintain a clean, stocked exam room.
• Enter orders for x-ray and assist with scheduling.
• Support clinical workflow across clinics.

Skills

Clinical skills

Orthopaedic experience

Education

Medical Assistant certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Connecticut Orthopaedics in Hamden, CT is seeking a Clinical Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinical teams in our busy practice. Responsibilities include casting, dressing changes, rooming patients, taking intake, and assisting with injections and ultrasound per provider protocol.

The ideal candidate is a Certified Medical Assistant with a High School diploma and 3–5 years of MA experience, preferably in orthopaedics.