Orthopedic Technician - Somerville

UnitedHealth Group; Somerville (MA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase & 401k

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a medical assistant to support orthopedic care teams across multiple tasks including triage, scheduling, and pre/post-operative instruction. The role collaborates with clinicians to coordinate tests and imaging, collect vitals, and ensure smooth patient flow.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment; EMR experience and basic computer skills are required. The hourly pay ranges from $20 to $36 an hour for full-time employment, with comprehensive benefits and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency certificate from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification
• Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience
• Computer experience with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs

Responsibilities

• Triages for priority of care and appointment types; screens calls
• Manages orthopedic schedules and orders relevant films (e.g., bone scans, CT, x-rays) and pulls docs
• Assists patients with follow-up and other specialty appointments and coordinates tests with PT and radiology
• Instructs patients in pre- and post-operative care and completes surgery paperwork
• Assists during minor orthopedic procedures and aids in prepping equipment and taking vitals
• Assists in reduction of fractures or dislocations and dressings care for wounds
• Educates patients on use of slings, braces, canes and PT exercises
• Assists with casts and splints application, materials prep, and patient education
• Orders orthopedic equipment and maintains inventory records
• Cleans and stocks exam rooms and covers for medical/surgical assistants as needed

Skills

EMR experience

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalency or Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Explore opportunities with Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, PA/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Triages for priority of care and types of appointments. Evaluates urgency of drop-ins. Screens phone calls
• Compiles and monitors orthopedic schedules and appointments. Prior to appointments, orders copies of relevant outside films that have been taken such as bone scans, CT scans, and outside x-rays. Pulls films for daily schedules. Obtains operation notes, ER reports, consults, etc.
• Assists patients in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with other specialists such as CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, bone scans, EMGs, physical therapy and other outside orthopedic appointments. Works closely with other departments to arrange tests and studies as needed (e.g., PT and radiology departments)
• Instructs patient in pre and post-operative care and procedures, including the completion of pertinent paperwork for surgery
• Assists during minor orthopedic related surgical procedures, including the assembly and setup of special equipment. Takes vitals for pre-ops (e.g., blood pressure, pulse and weight). May take necessary measurements (i.e. grip strength, leg lengths)
• Assists in orthopedic surgeon in reduction of fractures or dislocations. Changes dressings and cares for wounds. May remove staples and/or sutures from post-op patients
• Fits and educates patients in use of slings, knee braces, canes, and other orthopedic devices. Adjusts equipment as needed. Also educates patients in simple PT exercises
• Applies casts. Covers injured areas with specified protective materials such as stockinette bandages, gauze, or rubber pads, preparatory to cast application. Wets, wraps, and molds plaster bandages around area of fracture. Trims plaster. Instructs patients on how to care for cast
• Removes whole and broken casts and alters position of cast to change setting of patient's limb or body part as directed
• Assembles wooden, metal, plastic, or plaster material to make orthopedic splints
• Orders orthopedic equipment and supplies. Keeps records of supplies given out to patients. Instructs patients as to where to go for orthotics
• Cleans and stocks patient exam and treatment rooms
• Covers for medical assistants and surgical assistants as needed

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalency certificate from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification
• Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience
• Computer experience with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as:

• a comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20 - $36 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.