Medical Assistant II – Orthopedics Position Available In Surry, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Medical Assistant II position at Hugh Chatham Health Orthopedics in Elkin, NC involves assisting in orthopedic care for all ages, patient work up, providing casts, insurance verification, and scheduling. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, two years of clinical experience, or graduation from an Associate Degree program for Medical Assistants.
Job Description
Medical Assistant II
- Orthopedics Hugh Chatham Health Orthopedics 400 Johnson Ridge Medical Park Lane, Elkin, NC 28621 Full Time Position Monday-Thursday 8 am
- 5pm Friday 8 am
- 1 pm 400 Johnson Ridge Medical Park Elkin, NC 28621 The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job.
The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time.
JOB SUMMARY
Assist in the delivery on orthopedic care for all ages. Assist providers in patient work up. Provide patients with their casts after work-up. Assists with insurance verification and precertification and patient scheduling.
QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements of this job:
Education and Formal Training:
High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience in a clinical environment, or graduation from an Associate Degree program for Medical Assistants.
Work Experience:
Preferred but not required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Demonstrates a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with ill people; uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgement, and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families, and co-workers at all times. Actively functions as a patient advocate. Must have thorough knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed. Skill in taking vital signs. Skill in maintaining records and recording test results. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, co-workers and the public. Ability to communicate clearly. Must develop knowledge of current hospital emergency policies and procedures, fire, safety, disaster, and infection control policies. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
