Orthopedic Medical Assistant & Patient Care Coordinator

Resurgens-Orthopaedics; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Resurgens-Orthopaedics in Johns Creek, GA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care support to licensed providers and act as a liaison between patient and healthcare team. The role includes preparing patients, recording histories, and assisting in examinations using EMR for orders and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant program graduate, CPR/BLS, strong communication, orthopedic knowledge, and experience in a medical office.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; CPR/BLS certificates.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for visit by directing/accompanying to exam or X-ray room and assisting with positioning.
• Interviews patient and records medical histories; may order x-rays or obtain results.
• Assists providers during examinations and procedures; can perform dressing changes and vitals.
• Generates orders for prescriptions, imaging, DME, etc.; inputs into EMR.
• Schedules follow-up appointments, tests, and injections; coordinates surgery scheduling.
• Maintains exam rooms and sterilizes instruments; cleans and inventories supplies.

Skills

CPR/BLS

Communication

Orthopedic knowledge

EMR proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant Program

High School Diploma

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Resurgens-Orthopaedics in Johns Creek, GA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care support to licensed providers and act as a liaison between patient and healthcare team. The role includes preparing patients, recording histories, and assisting in examinations using EMR for orders and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant program graduate, CPR/BLS, strong communication, orthopedic knowledge, and experience in a medical office.