Orthopedic Medical Assistant - Hands-On Care & Growth

OrthoAtlanta; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct patient care

Career growth opportunities

Top orthopedic specialists

Job summary

OrthoAtlanta is hiring an Orthopedic Medical Assistant for our Johns Creek and Lawrenceville clinics. This full-time, on-site role supports busy orthopedic teams with patient intake, care coordination, and hands-on clinical assistance.

You will gather information, schedule tests and surgeries, and ensure smooth patient flows in a fast-paced environment. A CMA/CNA or Ortho Tech program graduate with EMR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or equivalent experience.
• Graduate of CNA, CMA, or Ortho Tech program (or equivalent) is preferred.
• 1+ year of medical office experience preferred; familiarity with EMR systems (Epic preferred).

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure comfort and privacy.
• Review patient registration and complete EMR intake documentation.
• Prepare surgical orders, schedule labs and diagnostic procedures, and obtain test results.
• Manage patient callbacks, messages, prescriptions, and referrals; monitor physician queues.
• Demonstrate proper fitting of durable medical equipment (DME) as needed.

Skills

Organized & detail-oriented

Calm under pressure

Professionalism & confidentiality

Team-oriented

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA / CMA / Ortho Tech program graduate

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

OrthoAtlanta is hiring an Orthopedic Medical Assistant for our Johns Creek and Lawrenceville clinics. This full-time, on-site role supports busy orthopedic teams with patient intake, care coordination, and hands-on clinical assistance.

You will gather information, schedule tests and surgeries, and ensure smooth patient flows in a fast-paced environment. A CMA/CNA or Ortho Tech program graduate with EMR experience is preferred.