Orthopedic Medical Assistant - Great Benefits & Growth

Connecticut Orthopaedics; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Company-paid life insurance

Uniform allowance

Free Parking

Job summary

Connecticut Orthopaedics is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct support to physicians and manage clinical scheduling, patient flow, and test/surgery authorizations. The role involves coordinating with outside facilities, documenting in the EMR, and preparing materials for procedures.

Ideal candidates will have MA certification and experience in or preference for orthopaedics. Location centers include Shelton, Milford, Hamden, and surrounding CT towns.

Qualifications

• Certification from an Accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent.
• High school Diploma or GED required.
• Experience as Medical Assistant or Medical Secretary preferred.
• Experience working in an orthopaedic practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the physician and assist with all practice activities.
• Handle clinical scheduling, patient flow, and follow-up communications.
• Process authorizations for tests and surgeries and manage related paperwork.
• Contact outside facilities and relay scheduling information as needed.
• Pre-authorize prescriptions and injections for the physician.
• Document information accurately in the computer system.
• Assist with pre-op, testing, and post-op appointments and care coordination.
• Address patient questions and refer to case manager as needed.
• Prepare paperwork, x-rays, and documents for surgery.
• Assist with fittings, dressings, and durable medical equipment.

Skills

Clinical scheduling

Patient coordination

Documentation

Pre-authorization

Education

Medical Assistant certification

High school diploma

MA experience

Orthopaedic experience

Job description

Connecticut Orthopaedics is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct support to physicians and manage clinical scheduling, patient flow, and test/surgery authorizations. The role involves coordinating with outside facilities, documenting in the EMR, and preparing materials for procedures.

Ideal candidates will have MA certification and experience in or preference for orthopaedics. Location centers include Shelton, Milford, Hamden, and surrounding CT towns.