Surgical Medical Assistant – Float

Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic is seeking a reliable Surgical Medical Assistant to join our collaborative care team across multiple locations in the greater Raleigh area. You will support physicians during procedures and help coordinate surgical workflows from pre-op through post-visit care.

Ideal candidates have a Medical Assistant certification and at least two years of clinical experience in surgical or orthopaedic settings, with strong communication and organizational skills to maintain timely

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification required.
• 2 years of clinical experience in surgical or orthopaedic setting preferred.
• Excellent customer service in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with setup for exams and procedures.
• Coordinate and track surgical cases including scheduling and pre-operative requirements.
• Ensure all pre-op clearances, labs, imaging, and documentation are completed before surgery.
• Communicate with patients regarding surgical preparation, scheduling, and follow-up care.
• Document patient messages, phone communications, and orders accurately and timely.
• Apply casts and splints; perform wound care and suture/staple removal under supervision.
• Provide patient education on post-operative and wound care.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Time management

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Surgical Medical Assistant Full Time Position Covers Multiple Locations in Greater Raleigh Area

Were seeking a reliable and detail oriented Surgical Medical Assistant to join our collaborative care team In this role youll support physicians during procedures and play a key part in coordinating surgical workflows ensuring patients are fully prepared from pre op through post visit care

Key Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with set up for exams and procedures
• Coordinate and track surgical cases including posting slips scheduling and pre operative requirements
• Ensure all pre op clearances labs imaging and documentation are completed prior to surgery dates
• Communicate with patients regarding surgical preparation scheduling and follow up care
• Document patient messages phone communications and clinical orders accurately and timely
• Apply casts and splints; perform wound care dressing changes and suturestaple removal under provider direction
• Provide patient education on post operative care wound care and cast maintenance
• Prepare and administer injections under provider supervision
• Order and manage laboratory tests and specimens
• Maintain clean stocked and organized clinical and procedure areas
• Support prescription refill workflows and document in patient records

Requirements

• Medical Assistant certification required
• 2 years of clinical experience preferably in a surgical or orthopaedic setting
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service in a fast paced clinical setting
• Strong critical thinking and organizational skills
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication
• Experience in applying castssplints and administering injections preferred
• Knowledge of electronic medical records systems a plus
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with a sense of urgency
• Reliable follow through to support team workflow and deadlines

Benefits

• Full medical dental and vision coverage with FSA and HSA options
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off program

Compensation

19502500 per hour commensurate with experience