Clinical Assistant at Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic

Duluth, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Examination, Vital Signs Recording, Phlebotomy, Laboratory Testing, Medical Documentation, Surgical Scheduling, Cast Application, Wound Care, Patient Education, OSHA Compliance, EMR Management, Prescription Preparation, Clinical Coordination, Patient Triage, Medical History Taking, DME Fitting

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Summary Assists in examination and treatment of patients under direction of POC's Physicians. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Escorts patients to exam area and prepare for exam. * Interviews patients to determine medical problem/condition and documents in e-chart. * Obtains and records patient’s vital signs and weight. * Assists physician's orders, lab requests, or follow-up needs with patients. * Collects samples, such as urine and blood from patients for testing and performs routine laboratory tests on samples. * Obtains patient's history and orders x-rays. * Schedules diagnostic studies/surgery. * Prepares and assist with injections/aspirations. * Prepares specimen for laboratory and complete required forms. * Application/removal of casts, splints, braces. * Performs dressing changes and remove sutures/staples. * Fits DME E-charge, and/or Physical Therapy referral. * Maintains stock within modules. * Provides patients with educational materials regarding * Diagnosis * Directions for self-care and mobility related to disease. * Surgery * Diagnostic studies * Equipment/casts. * Ensures compliance with OSHA standards regarding blood borne pathogens. * Prepares prescriptions for signature and e-prescribe. * Coordinates work in appointments. * Schedules pre and post op appointments. * Communicates schedule changes and clinic cancellations to team members. * Assists team with rescheduling clinics cancelled with < 7 days’ notice. * Monitors biohazardous waste and prepare for disposal. * Obtains x-ray and imaging results and store in ECHOES * Imports outside discs into ECHOES. * X-ray backup available for single member team. * Obtains diagnostic results from appropriate source. * Scans report into SRS and match to close out order. * Serves as liaison between patient and physician. * Coordinates consultations with other physicians. * Provides staff coverage for other clinical personnel. * Handicap parking permits * FMLA * Disability forms * Work excuses * Documents all aspects of visit in Athena to include 'Meaningful Use' criteria. * Management support for MD to enter diagnosis codes. * Schedules all OR cases and maintain surgery schedule. * Responsible for all patient phone calls (clinical) insuring proper documentation in Athena of action taken/advice given. * Telephones and/or sends eRx prescriptions to pharmacy on MD request/approval. * Notifies manufacturer’s reps of surgical cases to ensure correct implants available in OR. * Coordinates special equipment, bone graft, etc., needed for surgery. * Wipes tables, changes pillow cases, and straightens items in room. * Attend meetings and perform duties as requested. * Other duties may be assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Competencies Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively. Qualifications * Registered Nurse (RN) - Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing; one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience or, * Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Certificate from accredited licensed practical nursing program ; one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience or, * Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – Certificate from accredited medical assisting program; one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience or, * Registered Orthopaedic Technologist (ROT) –Certificate from accredited orthopedic technologist program; one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as weight, height, and medication dosing. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Word and EMR (Athena) software. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Registered Orthopaedic Technologist (ROT), Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC), Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Georgia State's Board of Nursing Licensure - NCLEX, Certified American Heart Association's Certification - BLS Certified Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Clinical staff must often be on their feet for much of the day and may have to lift patients who have trouble moving, standing, or walking. These duties can be stressful, as can dealing with ill and injured people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Peachtree Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

Assists physicians in the examination and treatment of patients, including recording vitals, collecting samples, and performing routine clinical procedures. Manages administrative clinical tasks such as scheduling surgeries, coordinating consultations, and documenting visits in the EMR system.