Orthopedic Medical Assistant II - Lead Clinician

Washington University; Missouri; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University Medical Campus is seeking a Medical Assistant II for Orthopedic Surgery. The role supports a large multi-physician clinic, leading MA staff as needed and ensuring smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include patient care tasks, vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, chart preparation, exam room readiness, and assisting with procedures and medications under physician orders. HIPAA and OSHA compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Math, anatomy and vital signs knowledge required.
• Experience with clinical patient care tasks is preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and patient privacy.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients in clinic and perform clinical tasks including vital signs and EKGs.
• Prepare charts, exam rooms and patient flow to support smooth clinic operations.
• Assist with examinations, procedures and lab tests.
• Administer medications under physician orders.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and keep accurate documentation.

Skills

Anatomy

Clinical Care

Communication

Cross-Functional Teamwork

Electrocardiography

EMR

Epic EHR

HIPAA Compliance

Interpersonal Communication

Interpersonal Relationships

Medical Terminology

OSHA Compliance

Patient Care

Patient Medications

Phlebotomy

Physiology

Vital Signs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic EHR

EMR systems

Job description

Washington University Medical Campus is seeking a Medical Assistant II for Orthopedic Surgery. The role supports a large multi-physician clinic, leading MA staff as needed and ensuring smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include patient care tasks, vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, chart preparation, exam room readiness, and assisting with procedures and medications under physician orders. HIPAA and OSHA compliance are essential.