Orthopedic Medical Assistant | Flexible Schedule & Benefits

United Musculoskeletal Partners; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

HSA/FSA and disability coverage

EAP (Employer-paid)

Job summary

Abilene Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide patient care support and act as a liaison between patients and licensed providers. You will assist with examinations, take histories, and help with injections, casts, and diagnostic procedures.

Key duties include EMR documentation, scheduling follow-ups, and coordinating surgical scheduling as needed. Excellent communication, organizational skills, and HIPAA knowledge are essential in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or Certified Orthopedic Tech preferred.
• Two years orthopedic experience preferred.
• Three years medical office experience preferred.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal forms.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of orthopedic terminology and procedures preferred.
• HIPAA and safety guidelines knowledge.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for visit and assists with examinations.
• Interviews patient and records medical histories; orders X-rays as needed.
• Assists providers during examinations and handles injections, dressings, casts, or splints as directed.
• Generates orders for prescriptions and imaging per provider; inputs into EMR.
• Schedules follow-ups, tests, and procedures with designated providers.
• Coordinates surgery scheduling and related clearances.
• Updates patient health history and documents in EMR.
• Triages patient inquiries via phone, portal, or email; communicates plan to providers.
• Maintains clean and stocked exam rooms and proper disposal of materials.

Skills

Communication

EMR proficiency

Organizational skills

HIPAA knowledge

Patient communication

Orthopedic terminology

Casting & splinting

Orthopedic procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Abilene Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide patient care support and act as a liaison between patients and licensed providers. You will assist with examinations, take histories, and help with injections, casts, and diagnostic procedures.

Key duties include EMR documentation, scheduling follow-ups, and coordinating surgical scheduling as needed. Excellent communication, organizational skills, and HIPAA knowledge are essential in a fast-paced