Medical Assistant- Orthopedic Associates of Meadville- Full Time

The Medical Assistant works with the physicians and clinical staff to coordinate and assist with patient care.

Duties:

Follow clinical assignment sheet daily including team duties. Coordinate patient flow. Prepare patient for examination by provider. Enter patient data in EHR to capture MIPS directives. Change dressings, collect specimens and provide treatments as directed by provider. Apply and remove casts/splints/sutures/staples as directed by practitioner. Take calls, document and complete phone messages from patients or other health care providers and route them appropriately per each team protocol. Provide DME to patients and complete DME paperwork. Patient pre- and post-operative teaching as ordered by practitioner. Schedule tests or appointments with hospital or other providers as needed. Schedule follow-up appointments for patients upon discharge. Assure the clinical area is clean and organized. Stock patient rooms as needed. Package instruments for sterilization. Promote safe and effective patient care. Observe and comply with all OAM personnel policies and procedures. Communicate and interact effectively with patients and families, physicians, peers and other team members to maximize successful patient outcomes. Maintain the confidentiality of patient and staff related information. Follow compliance and safety requirements. Other duties as assigned. 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.