A state-of-the-art outpatient Orthopaedic center is looking for a personable, professional, team-oriented Medical Assistant. We combine state-of-the-art equipment and technology with compassionate, personalized care. Our team ensures all patients receive comfortable and professional treatment.
Medical Assistant Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Has full command of the English language, both verbal and written.
Must possess the physical ability and perceptive acuity (e.g. visual, hearing) to satisfactorily perform all
direct and indirect care functions.
Is willing to serve as the patient’s advocate during the pre-, intra-, and postoperative phases of surgical
intervention.
Meets the needs of OR services as demanded by the surgical schedule, particularly when overtime hours and
time changes become necessary.
May be expected to lift twenty-five pounds without assistance. Is required to obtain assistance when moving
patients unable to assist in moving, unless patient is in a wheelchair or on gurney. May be required to push
patients in wheelchairs or on gurneys. Will be expected to obtain assistance when needed.
Medical Assistant duties will consist of, but not be limited to:
Prepare patients for examination.
Bring patient to the exam room, take patient’s vital signs and thoroughly document in patient’s chart.
Assist patient in standing or dressing after procedure if needed.
Will be required to push patients in wheelchairs or on a gurney.
Walk patients out to car.
Prepare, clean and stock exam rooms daily.
Assist with turnover of exam rooms.
Preventative maintenance and logs on equipment and exam room supplies as directed by the manager.
Order medical supplies and DME when necessary.
Daily checks with stocking the center in its entirety.
Intake and stock of supplies and deliveries, verify with packing slips, and distribute to designated areas.
Maintain strict patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
Assist PA/MD staff with duties as needed.
Adhere to regulatory policies and procedures.
Present a professional image when representing service to patients and personnel.
Attend required staff meetings and in-services.
Candidate must be able to travel to our Solvang satellite office one day per week. Travel time is paid as well as mileage reimbursement.
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
