Orthopedic Medical Administrative Assistant – Scheduling

Connecticut Orthopaedic Specialists Pc; Essex (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Orthopaedics is seeking a Medical Administrative Assistant/Medical Receptionist to join our Essex team. The role supports the physician team by handling patient calls, scheduling surgeries, and managing a fast-paced administrative workflow.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a medical administrative role, EMR experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and excellent communication. This full-time position offers consistent daytime hours in Essex, CT.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Medical Administrative role - 2+ years; Orthopedic experience is a plus
• Experience working in an EMR
• Ability to work well on a team, take direction from multiple people, adapt to changing priorities quickly
• HS Diploma
• Working knowledge with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Surgical Scheduling, including coordination with patient Insurance Authorizations
• Managing the physician’s heavy call volume, largely patients requiring appointments, prescription renewal, worker’s compensation notes, FMLA paperwork, etc.
• Coordination with physician and clinical MA
• Coordination with various surgical sites
• Working heavily in the EMR to accurately document necessary patient information
• Ensuring test results are received prior to surgery, distributing to appropriate providers/facilities
• Coordination on the clinical floor with front desk, X-ray staff, physician
• Preparing paperwork, x-rays, and other documents for surgeries
• Handle attorney record requests or other correspondence
• Locate and print documents or orders in the fax queue for provider to sign/off
• Handle medical record requests from patients, attorneys and insurance companies
• Process all incoming and outgoing mail for the provider and gather signatures
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

HIPAA compliance

EMR systems

Communication skills

Problem solving

Medical terminology

Adaptability

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Connecticut Orthopaedics is seeking a Medical Administrative Assistant/Medical Receptionist to join our Essex team. The role supports the physician team by handling patient calls, scheduling surgeries, and managing a fast-paced administrative workflow.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a medical administrative role, EMR experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and excellent communication. This full-time position offers consistent daytime hours in Essex, CT.