Orthopedics Technician I (Medical Assistant / Athletic Trainer) - McMurray - Full Time

Allegheny Health Network; McMurray (Washington County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Orthopedics Technician I, where you will play a vital role in patient care and support orthopedic practices. This full-time position involves assisting physicians with various procedures, educating patients on care protocols, and ensuring efficient clinic operations. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment, you will contribute to enhancing patient experiences and outcomes. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this role offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic team setting.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Assists in wound care and patient education under physician supervision.
• Documents patient health information accurately in electronic systems.
• Performs procedures like EKGs and assists with ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient care and prepares patients for visits.
• Educates patients on postoperative care and wound management.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies and assists with procedures.

Skills

Wound Care

Patient Education

Electronic Health Records

Phlebotomy

Medical Assistant Certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medical Assistant School Graduation

Athletic Training Education Program

Tools

Electronic Health Record Systems

Job description

Orthopedics Technician I (Medical Assistant / Athletic Trainer) - McMurray - Full Time

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Company

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only
  
  

Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year

Re-Hires may not have worked for AHN within the previous 12 months to qualify

General Overview

Assists physicians and extenders in providing proper medical and clerical support for the various orthopedic practice locations.

Essential Responsibilities

• After appropriate training and documented competency, performs various related procedures including but not limited to wound care, dressings, EKGs, removal of sutures/staples, application/removal of orthopedic casts/splints, and drawing up injections, vaccines, botox, phlebotomy for PRP and assisting with ultrasound procedures.
• Assists in the coordination of patient care under the supervision of the assigned health care provider.
• Prepares and rooms patients within the clinical practice setting according to documenting patient health information, history and medications. Accurately interviews patients and orders radiographs according to physician protocols.
• Following standard work flows, accurately documents all pertinent details in the electronic health record. Reviews and updates the allergy and medication list, social, medical and surgical history and pain screening. With appropriate training and documented competency, may function as a scribe to the provider when needed to maintain clinic work flow.
• Able to function as a scribe to the physician when needed to maintain clinic work flow.
• Perform pre-visit chart management tasks by obtaining diagnostic reports and reviewing charts for completion. Scans pertinent findings from outside information to physicians and staff as necessary.
• According to provider instruction and standards, educates patients on proper wound and pin care, cast care and postoperative care.
• According to provider instruction and standards, educates patients on proper wound, pin care, cast care, and postoperative care. Prepares exam room for patient visit. Ensures adequate inventory of medical supplies. Ensures all patient treatment areas are at all times stocked with the appropriate supplies using established inventory standards. Ortho techs who are Medical Assistants with current Medical Assistant Certification may administer medication with documented training and competency in accordance with policy and scope of practice. Ortho Techs who are Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC) cannot administer medications in the clinical setting.
• Requires travel to various satellite locations to support assigned physician(s).
• Performs other duties as assigned when needed.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum

• High School Diploma/GED
• Proof of graduation from an AHN approved Medical Assistant School within five years of hire OR graduate from an accredited athletic training education program OR relevant experience as determined by the company in lieu of education.
• Medical Assistant Certification or Athletic Trainer Licensure within 120 days of hire. Newly hired medical assistants must complete certification training and/or attempt testing within 30 days of hire.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
  
  

Preferred

• 3-5 years’ experience as an Ortho Technician, Medical Assistant, or Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC)
  
  

Disclaimer The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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