Orthopedics Practice Assistant I: Patient Access

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health in Arlington, VA seeks a Practice Assistant I in Orthopedics to support administrative, revenue cycle and operational management across multiple clinics. The role focuses on coordinating staffing, supporting clinicians, and driving efficient clinic operations to improve patient access and experience.

Associates degree required; two years lead experience in a medical setting, EPIC experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field is required; experience may substitute.
• Minimum 2 years of lead experience in healthcare settings.
• Experience in a medical office or ambulatory clinic is required.
• EPIC experience preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate staffing and support care teams to optimize clinic operations.
• Assist with administrative and revenue cycle tasks across multi-specialty practices.
• Improve workflows to maximize patient utilization, capacity and access.
• Maintain high standards of patient experience and day-to-day clinic operations.

Skills

Medical office experience

Lead experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Staff coordination

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Tools

EPIC software

Job description

VHC Health in Arlington, VA seeks a Practice Assistant I in Orthopedics to support administrative, revenue cycle and operational management across multiple clinics. The role focuses on coordinating staffing, supporting clinicians, and driving efficient clinic operations to improve patient access and experience.

Associates degree required; two years lead experience in a medical setting, EPIC experience preferred.