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Great Lakes Orthopaedic Center
MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Petoskey/Gaylord
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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.
$41,481 / year median in Michigan
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job description
THE POSITION
We are recruiting for an experienced reliable medical assistant with the ability to multi-task in a busy Orthopaedic Center where you will work collaboratively with physician. You will perform a combination of various administrative and clinical tasks. We have job opportunities in our Petoskey and Gaylord clinics. This is a Full Time (40 hours- Monday
- Friday position. 8am
- 5pm (no nights, no weekends, no holidays) Wage range
- $19•$24 • The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills, computer and patients service skills • The individual should be enthusiastic, have a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment • Candidates must be able to perform both the clinical and clerical functions of the job as assigned • Must participate in providing a welcoming environment for our patients and co-workers
THE BENEFITS
(We take care of our employees) Medical Benefits- Company provided group life insurance of $25,000 for employee
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Plan (paid company contributions to your 401k plan)
- Paid Holidays
- Company provided uniforms
THE RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative Duties Utilize computers, telephones, answer phones and make calls Accurately update and file medical records Schedule, coordinate; and if necessary, reschedules patients appointments and surgeries Arrange for hospital admissions and laboratory services Clinical Duties Receive, update and document medical histories, vital signs and other information either verbally, in writing or electronically via GLOC information systems Prepare patients for examination, treatment, and diagnostic procedures, prepare injections Assist providers during exams and procedures and paperwork Collect and prepare lab specimens- Instruct patients about medication and contraindications and/or how to use or obtain medical supplies Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician Transmit prescription orders and refills as directed Remove sutures and change dressings Review the daily appointment schedule, start appropriate templates for provider use at each visit Ensure exam and treatment rooms are clean and fully stocked Start process to schedule patient for surgery, complete MA portion and task to provider for review and signing template.
THE REQUIREMENTS
Education & Certification/Licensure High School Diploma or GED certificate Not required but preferred- Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, or successfully passing a RMA Exam Not required but preferred
- Valid Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA), or Not required but preferred
- Valid RMA Certification (RMA) Not required but preferred
- Completed Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program Preferred Knowledge but not required If not certified
- has 2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant in medical field Orthopaedic practice and related patient care Examination, diagnostic, and treatment procedures, including casting, simple bracing
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Medical Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:
Orthopedics Sports Medicine Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Monday toFriday Work Location:
In personJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
$39,520.00- $49,920.