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Guthrie Enterprise
Clinical Assistant- Orthopedics-Full Time
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What they do
An Orthopedics Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in concert with an orthopedist, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.
$129,621 / year median in New York
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Clinical Assistant
- Orthopedics
- Big Flats (Full-Time) Deliver Compassionate Care and Make a Different Every Day! Orthopedics is seeking a Full
- Time Clinical Assistant to join our dedicated team serving Big Flats, and nearby communities.
Your Workday:
Full-time position Typical hours: Monday-Friday 8-5 dayshift Travel required to other Guthrie sitesWhat You'll Receive:
Up to a $5,000 bonus Competitive compensation Comprehensive health coverage Immediate PTO accrual Retirement plan with employer contributions Career development and advancement opportunities Tuition assistance programs Employee wellness and support resourcesRecognized Excellence:
Best Places to Work 2025- Modern Healthcare America's Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare 2025, 2026
- Newsweek America's Best-In-State Employers (PA) 2025
- Forbes America's Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals 2025
Forbes About Big Flats Orthopedics:
Big Flats Orthopedics is a Guthrie orthopedic surgery practice focused on helping patients regain mobility and improve quality of life through personalized orthopedic care. The practice provides care for conditions affecting: Foot and ankle Hand and wrist Hip and knee joints Shoulder and elbowPosition Summary:
Performs duties of a clinical and clerical nature. Maintains records and applies knowledge and skills to run a full functioning office for one or more Providers in Clinic. Assists professional staff by performing routine duties in caring for patients.Education, License, Certification:
High School Diploma or equivalent.Experience:
Knowledge of medical terminology, ability to communicate and excellent customer service skills a must. Must be dependable, professional, flexible and able to multi‐task.Essential Functions:
Interviews patient to obtain medical history. Determines vital signs, (weight, temperature, blood pressure, etc) and documents in the patient's medical record. Assists provider during exam and treatment. Directs patient to examination room and prepares patient for examination and treatment. Performs liaison duties between patients, Providers, hospital staff, etc. Process ancillary reports and all other patient results to the provider for review and assists with patient communication. Responsible for greeting patients and updating various pertinent information into the patient's medical record. Routes patient after exam to proper area for visit completion. May be required to do phlebotomy. May perform high level disinfection, based on departmental equipmentOther Duties:
Answers telephones and schedules patient appointments. Takes messages of a medical nature (requests for prescription refills, test results, etc). Performs other clerical functions as necessary. Exhibits good telephone etiquette. Quotes patient self‐pay balances at time of scheduling. Informs patients of their financial obligations. Directs patients to the patient representative for assistance with their account. Applies principles of disinfection/sterilization/disease transmission/universal precautions as per clinic and manufacturer guidelines. Assists in maintaining appropriate level of supplies. Attends and participates in Department meetings, along with contributing to department/office goals. Become familiar with ICD‐9 and CPT coding. Cleans, stocks, and prepares exam rooms. Coordinate patient appointments for X‐ray, CT scans, Physical Therapy, etc. as ordered by the providers. Assists with obtaining and processing referral and pre‐certification requirements. Maintains confidentiality, respect and consideration of patients and others. Applies Guthrie values (patient centeredness, teamwork, excellence) when performing daily tasks. Maintains equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and clinic policies and procedures. Performs and documents quality control on equipment as required. Pay ranges from $17.40- 25.