Medical Assistant

OrthoVirginia

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Herndon, Virginia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will prepare exam rooms, interview patients to record medical histories, and provide patient education on orthopedic care. They will also manage surgery scheduling, coordinate preoperative testing, and assist with clinical patient flow.

Qualifications

You have excellent customer service and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced medical environment. You will be responsible for preparing exam rooms, interviewing patients, recording medical histories, educating patients on orthopedic care, and assisting with scheduling and coordination.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Orthopedic care

Medical history

Cast care

Traction care

Patient education

Surgery scheduling

Job Description

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive.

Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care.

As a Medical Assistant within the orthopedic team, you will engage directly with patients, performing a variety of clinical, maintenance, and administrative tasks. Your responsibilities will include preparing exam rooms, interviewing patients, recording medical histories, and educating patients on orthopedic care. You will also assist with scheduling appointments, surgery coordination, and maintaining clean clinical areas. Strong customer service skills, organizational abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential for this role.

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Prepare exam rooms prior to patient arrival.
  • Interview patients to obtain medical information and vital statistics.
  • Record patient's medical history, height and weight.
  • Patient education to include cast care, traction care and the use of orthopedic appliances.
  • Input orders directed by physician (x-ray, physical therapy).
  • Schedule appointments necessary to patient care (return appointments, post-ops, study follow-up etc.).
  • Surgery scheduling to include coordination of preoperative H&P testing, therapy and pre/post-operative equipment.
  • Assist with patient flow and give direct patient care as directed.
  • Maintain clean and well-stocked treatment rooms, bracing rooms and clinical areas; ensure appropriate and timely disposal of Sharps and biohazard material.
  • Respond to phone calls and triages appropriately and resolve issues accordingly the same day.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Excellent customer service skills and patient focus
  • Strong organizational and customer service skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

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OrthoVirginia

With more than 160 orthopedic specialists in 36 locations in Virginia, OrthoVirginia is Virginia’s largest provider of orthopedic medicine and one of the leading providers of physical, hand and occupational therapy. As one of the largest orthopedic specialty practices in the country, OrthoVirginia’s nationally-recognized physicians provide advanced surgical and non-surgical care to patients of all ages. OrthoVirginia is the official Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Partner of the Washington Commanders. Our offices include on-site physical, hand and occupational therapy, surgery centers, and diagnostic imaging including x-ray, ultrasound and MRI. As an independent practice, our physicians are invested in providing comprehensive care to patients in our communities. We support local community organizations with financial and medical assistance to help build the wellness of people living in our cities and neighborhoods. At OrthoVirginia, stronger starts here.
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