Orthopedic Medical Assistant

Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Healthcare Plan

401K

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking an Orthopedic Medical Assistant to provide support to physicians and ensure efficient clinic operations. Responsibilities include taking patient histories, assisting with examinations, and managing records. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of orthopedic procedures, excellent communication skills, and EMR experience. Opportunities for both full-time and part-time positions are available. Join our mission to make healthcare accessible to all, especially those with Medicaid eligibility.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a medical assistant program or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Prior experience in orthopedics or related field.
• Willingness to travel within the Chicago area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with examinations and treatments as directed by providers.
• Interview patients and measure vital signs.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Perform clerical duties including maintaining records and answering phones.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

EMR systems (Epic)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Spanish Fluency

Education

Certification from an accredited medical assistant program

Job description

Orthopedic Medical Assistant

We are seeking a skilled Orthopedic Medical Assistant to join our team of healthcare professionals at Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. As an Orthopedic Medical Assistant, you will provide support to our physicians and help to ensure efficient operation of our orthopedic clinic. Your primary responsibilities will include taking patient histories, preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures, and managing patient records.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess a strong background in healthcare and be knowledgeable about orthopedic procedures and treatments. They should have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and be able to work well under pressure. Additionally, they should have a strong understanding of medical terminology, be able to accurately record patient information, and have experience working with EMR systems.

Additionally, you get to assist with a variety of administrative duties. Your attention to detail and efficiency keeps things running smoothly. You schedule appointments and procedures, create and print paperwork for the day, and ensure that protocols laid out by the company are followed, working in a fast‑paced environment. And you feel good about the part you play in making sure that each visit is a pleasant experience for our patients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider)
• Assist with treatments ordered by provider
• Perform select clinical duties
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients
• Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing
• Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies
• Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment
• May document the provider's encounter with patients
• List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider
• Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications

About Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine:

At Genesis, our goal is simple: free our patients to be more active, more athletic, and to move freely in their bodies – accessible to everyone, not just the select few with the right commercial insurance.

To accomplish this mission, we've reinvented the care delivery model, trying different ideas until we discovered a blueprint for delivering the high‑quality care our reputation was known for, while also making the prices more ethical and affordable. We're honored to report that, after much work, 75% of our patient base is Medicaid‑eligible patients, and we were recently included on the 2021 Inc. 5000 list, making us one of the fastest‑growing privately held businesses in the United States. We were able to accomplish these both in tandem by combining a deep clinical expertise with a clear‑eyed administrative rethink about how we deliver care – all while remaining passionate about the mission and our patients.

If you’re looking for a place with more autonomy (where you operate at the top of your license), a strong mission and culture, and an opportunity to serve the underserved, we’d love to consider you for the team!

Requirements

• Graduated and received certification from an accredited medical assistant program OR eligibility to obtain certification
• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods
• Prior experience in orthopedics or a related field
• Willing to travel within the Chicago land area to outside clinics
• Knowledge of medical terminology and EMR (Epic)
• Spanish Fluency a plus

Hours and Locations

Approx Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. We are hiring for several locations and can accommodate full‑time/part‑time hours along with preferences for the following locations (in combination) - Oak Brook, Oak Park, Little Village, and Austin (Chicago), IL.

Paid Time Off, Healthcare Plan, 401K, Other