Patient Care Coordinator

OrthoArizona; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

OrthoArizona is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator to join our team in Scottsdale, AZ. You will prepare patients for examination, collect vitals, and document history, while ensuring accurate EMR entries and smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include room preparation, assisting providers, scheduling tests, handling referrals, and maintaining inventory. The ideal candidate has knowledge of medical terminology, equipment, and safety procedures to deliver high-quality patient care.

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

Examination procedures

Medical terminology

Anatomy knowledge

Medical equipment handling

Blood handling

Vital signs recording

EMR software knowledge

Job description

Anticipate patient needs, exceed expectations, and create lifelong memories.

An orthopedic practice that is made up of over 70 premier specialists, specializing in sports medicine, joint replacement, arthroscopy, fractures, arthritis, and general orthopedic conditions in adult and pediatric patients. OrthoArizona offers a wide variety of services that include advanced imaging, physical therapy, diagnostic testing, casting, durable medical equipment, and workers’ compensation.

We are looking for employees who want to work for a fast-growing organization with a strong reputation for providing comprehensive, high-quality musculoskeletal care. We need professionals who share our vision and the commitment to see it through.

General Employee Benefits

We are committed to providing the best benefits options to our employees so we can support their health, wellness, and happiness.

Basic Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Position:Patient Care Coordinator

Location: Scottsdale (Pima), AZ

Job Id:3490

# of Openings:1

Patient Care Coordinator

About OrthoArizona:

At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and sports medicine needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists.

Today we are one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At OrthoArizona we are committed to best-in-class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees.

As a Patient Care Coordinator with OrthoArizona, you will get to:

• 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.

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.

Full Time Benefits:

• Robust paid time off package including, sick time, holidays, & paid time off!
• Medical with multiple different plan options.
• Health Savings account + company contributions.
• Company paid life insurance policy + the option to purchase additional benefits to protect you from what life throws at you.
• 401(k) with a company contribution + profit sharing!