Orthopedic Medical Assistant - Spine Care

Resurgens Orthopaedics; Frisco (TX); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Dental & Vision

401(k)

HSA/FSA & disability

EAP

PTO

Job summary

Resurgens Orthopaedics in Frisco, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support spine and musculoskeletal care in a fast-paced orthopedic practice. You will prepare patients, assist with casting, bracing, wound care, and help maintain accurate EMR documentation to ensure smooth clinic flow.

The role requires solid communication, organization, and HIPAA-compliant patient interaction. Previous orthopedic or clinical office experience is preferred, with travel between local sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or CCMA) or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR/EMR) systems.
• Current CPR certification (CPR, BLS)
• Two years orthopedic experience preferred
• Three years medical office experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for visit by directing/accompanying patients to the examination or X-ray room, providing gowns/drapes, and assisting with proper positioning of patient for the examination and/or treatment.
• Interviews patient and records medical histories, may order x-rays per provider order or protocol.
• Assists health care providers during examinations as directed.
• Duties may include, but are not limited to, performing dressing changes, taking vital signs, performing blood draws, applying/removing casts/splints, removing sutures/staples, preparing laboratory test requests, preparing lab specimen for pick-up per protocol.
• Prepares and orders medication prescriptions and orders for x-rays, rehab, DME, etc. as directed by provider
• Completed appropriate documentation in the EMR system. Updates patient health history information as needed, keys data and scans various documentation into EMR such as hospital dictation, disability forms, laboratory test requests, or any other correspondence as directed. Receives, disseminates for provider signature, and scans test results and medical clearances into EMR. Updates patient history in EMR within 24 hours of visit.
• Schedules appointments, tests, procedures, and/or surgery following all scheduling protocols.
• Ensures follow-up appointment(s) are scheduled for patients regarding test results, post-operative care, etc. with the provider.
• Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner as directed by provider, makes follow-up calls, and documents communications in EMR.
• Maintains exam rooms, which may include the following: prepares exam rooms including stocking of appropriate supplies, instruments, and equipment for examination of patients on a daily basis. Cleans examination rooms between patient visits and at clinic end and disposes of contaminated supplies per protocol.
• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment.
• Prepares disability and other forms for provider signature.
• Monitors inventory and orders medical supplies.
• Occasional travel may be required. Floating positions require frequent travel.
• Other duties may also be assigned by Providers, RNs, and managers.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Critical thinking

HIPAA knowledge

Patient interaction

Travel between sites

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification

CPR certification (BLS)

Medical office experience (3+ years)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Resurgens Orthopaedics in Frisco, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support spine and musculoskeletal care in a fast-paced orthopedic practice. You will prepare patients, assist with casting, bracing, wound care, and help maintain accurate EMR documentation to ensure smooth clinic flow.

The role requires solid communication, organization, and HIPAA-compliant patient interaction. Previous orthopedic or clinical office experience is preferred, with travel between local sites as needed.