Medical Assistant at Abilene Sports Medicine and Orthopedics

Abilene, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Medical History Recording, Vital Signs, Injectable Medications, Cast and Splint Application, Suture and Staple Removal, EMR Documentation, Surgery Scheduling, Patient Triage, Medical Instrument Sterilization, Customer Service, Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description *Medical Assistant (TEMPORARY position with possibly of further employment opportunities at the conclusion of initial term) Term ends 12/31/26* Why Choose Us? #ASMO Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team of healthcare professionals committed to providing exceptional patient care. Your expertise will be valued and supported. Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance in your life. Our flexible scheduling ensures you have time for what matters most to you. Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package that reflects your skills and dedication. Incredible Culture: Join a workplace that fosters fairness, teamwork, and a positive atmosphere. We believe in working together to create an uplifting environment for both staff and patients. Benefits: Healthcare Options: PPO, HDHP, and Surest plans with a $100/month tobacco-free discount Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Annual Employer Contributions Additional Coverage: HSA/FSA, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D, legal assistance, and more Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employer-paid support for life’s challenges Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 2 weeks of PTO starting out. (Increases with tenure) 7 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays SUMMARY Provides patient care support to licensed providers and serves as liaison between patient and healthcare provider. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/ Prepares patients for visit by directing/accompanying patients to the examining or X-ray room, providing gowns/drapes, and assisting with proper positioning of patient for the examination and/or treatment; Interviews patient and records medical histories, may order x-rays per provider order or protocol, or obtain resuts from imaging facilities; Assists health care providers during examinations as directed. Duties may include, but are not limited to, performing dressing changes, taking vital signs, preparing and drawing up injectable medications, labeling medications for administration by provider, applying/removing casts/splints, removing sutures/staples, preparing laboratory test requests, preparing lab specimen for pick-up per protocol; Generates orders for prescriptions, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation therapy, DME, etc. as directed by provider; inputs into EMR. Schedules follow-up appointments, tests, test results, procedures, and injections with designated provider or facility. Coordinates all aspects of surgery scheduling according to surgery scheduling protocols. This includes obtaining medical clearances, precertifications, consents, submitting orders and scheduling preassesment, preoperative and postoperative appointments. Reconciles patient health history information at visit, updates any additional information pertinent to patient care and scans various documentation into EMR. Such documentation includes hospital dictation, disability forms, laboratory test requests, medical clearances or any other correspondence as directed after obtaining provider signature. Triages patient correspondence received by phone, voicemail or patient portal in adherence to policy. Documents patient correspondence into EMR system and advises patient provider plan of action. Maintains exam rooms which may include the following: prepares exam rooms including stocking of appropriate supplies, instruments, and equipment for examination of patients daily. Cleans exam rooms according to protocol between patient examinations. Disposes any contaminated materials appropriately. Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment. Other duties may also be assigned by Providers, RNs, and managers. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares disability and other forms for provider signature. Inventories and orders medical supplies. Requirements Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalent, Current Basic Life Support (CPR, BLS) certificates Excellent communication and customer service skills Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or Certified Orthopedic Tech preferred DME experince preferred Two years orthopedic experience preferred Three years medical office experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides clinical support to licensed providers by preparing patients for visits, assisting during examinations, and managing medical documentation. Coordinates surgery scheduling, triages patient correspondence, and maintains sterilized exam rooms.