Orthopedic Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Scheduling

United Musculoskeletal Partners; Lawrenceville (GA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Resurgens Orthopaedics in Lawrenceville, GA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support licensed providers, prepare exam rooms, document patient histories, and assist with procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/BLS certification, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, and experience in an orthopedic/medical office.

This full-time role offers exposure to surgical scheduling, EMR use, and patient coordination across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; CPR/BLS certification required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent preferred.
• Two years orthopedic experience preferred.
• Three years medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for visit and assists with examinations and treatments.
• Interviews patients and records histories; may order X-rays per protocol.
• Assists providers during examinations and prepares medications for administration.
• Generates orders for prescriptions, imaging, rehab, or DME as directed and enters into EMR.
• Schedules follow-up appointments and coordinates surgery scheduling and clearances.
• Triages patient inquiries; documents communications in EMR and coordinates with providers.
• Maintains exam rooms and sterilizes instruments; ensures supplies are stocked.

Skills

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

HIPAA knowledge

Customer service

Attention to detail

Ability to travel between sites

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS/CPR certification

Certified Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Resurgens Orthopaedics in Lawrenceville, GA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support licensed providers, prepare exam rooms, document patient histories, and assist with procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/BLS certification, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, and experience in an orthopedic/medical office.

This full-time role offers exposure to surgical scheduling, EMR use, and patient coordination across multiple sites.