Orthopedic Patient Care & Scheduling Specialist

OrthoArizona; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Pet Discount Plan

ID Theft Protection & Legal Assistance

Job summary

OrthoArizona in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator to prepare patients for examination, record vitals and history, and support clinicians in a fast-paced orthopedic practice. You will input EMR data, prepare exam rooms and equipment, assist with injections and procedures, manage schedule and authorizations, and ensure supplies and infection control are maintained.

We offer a generous benefits package and opportunities to grow within a leading orthopedic network.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Familiarity with equipment and instruments necessary to deliver patient care.
• Knowledge of handling blood products and disposing of contaminated items.
• Knowledge of universal precautions.
• Ability to take vital signs and record results.
• Understand/Perform training on electronic medical record software.
• Continue to expand knowledge of electronic medical record software as updates occur.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment, including taking vitals and recording patient history.
• Input and maintain appropriate EMR documentation.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary equipment.
• Prepare injections, remove, and apply splints and casts, and apply dressings.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatment including sterilization techniques.
• Assist providers in preparing for minor office procedures.
• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatment.
• Obtain prior authorization as needed for referral orders and document the authorization status in medical record.
• Closely monitor voicemail and phone calls, screening for providers.
• Maintain inventory and stocks exam room.
• Assist in the care and maintenance of equipment and examination room.
• All other duties assigned.

Skills

Exam procedures

Medical terminology

Anatomy knowledge

Medical equipment

Blood handling

Universal precautions

Vital signs

EMR training

EMR updates

Job description

OrthoArizona in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator to prepare patients for examination, record vitals and history, and support clinicians in a fast-paced orthopedic practice. You will input EMR data, prepare exam rooms and equipment, assist with injections and procedures, manage schedule and authorizations, and ensure supplies and infection control are maintained.

We offer a generous benefits package and opportunities to grow within a leading orthopedic network.