EMERGEORTHO, P.A.
Medical Assistant (Project Management)
High school degree or equivalent required
CMA Certification, or other equivalent education, certification, licensure, or related degree required
At least two years experience in a clinical position
Qualifications and Experience:
Knowledge of lab/diagnostic tests and handling paperwork
Comfortable using email and interacting with Internet applications
Knowledge of practice management and word processing software
Working knowledge of managed care basics
Comfortable with casting, splinting and DME equipment
Current CPR Certification
Excellent communication skills
Excellent documentation skills
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Controls patient flow for physician. Greets patient and escorts them from the waiting room to exam rooms, x-ray waiting, or cast room
Monitoring of physician schedules as appropriate to ensure adequate patient flow and preparation for clinic
Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies for physician assessment
Prepares injections as ordered by the physician
Assists physicians in preparing for examinations and minor procedures
Prepare patient for examination, including appropriate clothing, positioning, and supplies necessary to complete patient exam
Provides Transcription/Scribe to Physician within clinic as needed
Obtain and document patient medical history including reason for visit, and any other pertinent information related to treatment prior to physician exam. Obtain X-rays as indicated by physician order prior to physician exam
Prepares medical record information, including X-Ray films for physician review prior to physician exam
Participates in minor procedures such as suture removal, dressing changes, cast or splint and/or DME application
Obtains prior authorization for procedures, equipment, and medication, if appropriate
Schedules tests and off site diagnostic procedures when necessary per physicians' order
Communicates physician referral requests to appropriate staff for processing
Ensures timely communication of patient needs, concerns, test results to physicians for appropriate change in the patients plan of care
Ensures timely communication with patient regarding plan of care and response to questions or concerns
Functions in the Care Coordinator role as needed
Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization
Maintains compliance with infection control policies and procedures
Performs patient education when appropriate including oral and written education related to diagnosis, procedures, and/or medications
Replenishes supplies--cleans exam room after each patient per infection control guidelines and stocks exam room at end of each day
Communicates supply shortages as well as other clinical needs to Clinical Manager or designee
Ensures that laboratory and other diagnostic test results are obtained and communicated to physician to ensure appropriate and timely physician intervention. All pending results are obtained prior to patients next clinic visit
Ensures all documentation accurately reflects the patient encounter and plan of care