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UO
University Orthopaedic Clinic
Certified Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$37,218 / year median in Alabama
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Certified Medical Assistants assist physicians with administrative and clinical tasks, preparing patients and rooms for examination, taking medical histories and vitals, maintaining patient medical records, handling patient messages and correspondence, casting, and durable medical equipment fitting. Standing for extended periods while working with patients is required. Must be detail oriented, able to multi-task and be able to clearly communicate with patients and other staff members. Applicants must have current certification and have prior experience in a busy physician's office. Orthopaedic experience is a plus.