Medical Assistant Orthopedic- Tinley Park - Primus Ortho

Primus Ortho

Verified Company

Tinley Park, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

*Hiring Urgently*
GREAT OPPORTUNITY IN HYDE PARK, RIGHT OFF OF LAKE SHORE DRIVE

We are seeking an experienced Medical Assistant or Ortho Tech/Medical Tech, that is highly motivated and dedicated to work in a fast-paced, and paperless multidisciplinary Orthopedic Surgery practice.

Patient care and providing the best clinical and surgical outcomes are key for our providers and we are searching for employees that care about our patients just as much as we do.

We are growing and expanding and seek experienced staff to grow with us

We are an Orthopedic surgeon's office with multiple locations, seeking a self-motivated, experienced Medical Assistant with excellent ability to take initiative, multitask, and experience in Orthopedics.

Incredible opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary office, and a dynamic, team-oriented staff.

Hours may vary as needed for multiple locations. The position will be 40 hours/week.

MA/ Ortho Tech Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Patient & doctor correspondence, in person and via telephone, returning messages, answering questions, etc.
Preparing for clinic; reviewing notes, case status, confirming that all procedures are approved properly.
Rooming patients during clinic, taking medical history, current symptoms, etc. Experience with EMR is required.
Facilitate the completion of work status notes, disability forms, insurance forms, etc.
Obtain imaging reports, diagnostics, surgical photos, operative reports, etc.
Assist with procedures; injections, suture removal, wound dressing, etc.
Follow up with postoperative patients, coordinate care with surgeon.
Maintain accurate inventory of medical supplies, as well as assess the benefits of new product lines.
Assist patients to put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, and slings.
Train patients to use orthopedic braces, prostheses and supportive devices.
Manage prescriptions and refills.
Attending technician inservices and departmental staff meetings.
Utilizing "downtime" with tasks such as updating home exercise programs, assisting front desk, tracking patient attendance, calling patients to verify future attendance or care plan status or any other tasks set forth by the department manager.
Communicating with other departments, such as billing, physical therapy, workers' compensation & front desk.
Experience with all insurances: HMO, PPO, Commercial, Work Comp and Third Party Liability carriers a plus

Job Requirements:

EDUCATION/

CREDENTIALS:
High school diploma or equivalent.

MUST HAVE AT LEAST 1 + Years of Orthopedic Experience
Have a strong background in orthopedics.
Have experience with EMR, preferably the ECW (Eclinicalworks) system.
Be comfortable taking initiative, and responsibility.
Be able to communicate effectively; must present in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner.
Be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Be able to use a computer; and have proficient computer and keyboard skills
Be organized, able to problem solve and manage the details of this position
Be able to work collaboratively with coworkers, managers and providers to identify breakdowns in processes, determine the root cause and bring solutions forward for discussion and implementation
Be able to perform intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, and prolonged periods of sitting and standing
Abide by all HIPAA regulations
Have reliable, independent, transportation to each office as needed.

We do have 2 locations, if you are willing to travel if needed between Hyde Park and Tinley Park.

Benefits:
Health and dental insurance, 401k options, paid vacation & holidays, life insurance, bonuses and other fantastic benefits.

Location:
Tinley Park, IL