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Responsible for providing and coordinating orthopedic patient care which includes performing routine office procedures and testing, participating in patient teaching, completing triage which includes the delivery, management and coordination of telephone live calls and Voice Mail; Tasks; Fax etc. Communicating effectively with others and assisting the physician/mid-level provider in the delivery of patient care. At   OrthoCarolina , our team is our greatest asset and the foundation of our success. We are a diverse group of   individuals , accountable to each other to uphold the standards of excellence and promote an environment of teamwork throughout the organization.    OrthoCarolina   has 43 unique care locations with over 1300 professionals who share a common goal to make lives better. Our employees are eligible for a full spectrum of benefits including paid company holidays, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about Team OC please visit    https://www.orthocarolina.com/about-us We are looking for a part-time Clinical Assistant in our Matthews Office. The schedule is Tuesday. / Wed. Morning/ Friday The Clinical Assistant   is responsible for   providing and coordinating orthopedic patient care which includes performing routine office procedures and testing,   participating   in patient teaching, communicating effectively with others, and partnering with the physician/mid-level provider in the delivery of patient care . Essential Functions: • Updating clinical notes in electronic medical systems • Completing phone triage • Casting and bracing • Performing routine office procedures • Providing patient education Skills and Abilities: • Knowledge of EMR (Epic) • Ability to triage patient telephone calls. Gather pertinent facts; be as   accurate   and concise as possible to assess patient health status and act as   liaison   between patient and provider. • Ability to   clearly and effectively educate patients, families and staff   regarding   the full scope of patient care needs related to the care of patients with orthopedic problems. • Communicate effectively and clearly .    Respond well to questions with patients, physicians/ mid-level   providers   and co-workers . Qualifications: • Graduate   of   an accredited program for medical assistants, athletic training,   or   nursing .   Or Experience plus certification. •  Certification is   required . For information   regarding   eligibility for certification please visit: https://www.nhanow.com/Eligibility# https://americanmedtech.org/certification/get-certified • CMA/RMA must be registered/certified through one of the following national organizations:   American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National   HealthCareer   Association (NHA), American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), or American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) • EMTs will need Emergency Medical Technician certification .   National Certification is accepted, following guidelines set forth by the National   board   that State certification is   required   upon recertification. • ATCs will need to be board certified as Athletic Trainer • New graduates are welcome • Travel to other OC locations may be   required . A Typical Day: A typical day for the clinical assistant involves collaborating with and providing clinical and administrative support to the healthcare practitioner to ensure the delivery of high quality, compassionate patient care.   The clinical assistant greets patients as they escort them to the exam room.   They obtain and document past medical/surgical histories, vitals, patient   medications   and allergies in the EHR system (EPIC). This role   assists   the practitioner with patient examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures, in addition to cleaning and sterilizing rooms and equipment after each encounter. Some day-to-day tasks include suture/staple removal,   assisting   with casting/bracing, and   assisting   with injections. A pivotal job function for our clinical assistants is to educate patients through booklets/instruction sheets prior to minor procedures   in accordance with   physician instruction. This position will also orchestrate administrative duties which may include ordering supplies, stocking rooms, responding to patient messages, prescription refill requests, filing documents, and monitoring work queues in the EHR system. Employee Type Regular Qualifications Skills Medical Care, Medical Offices, Medical Records Management, Medication Administration, Patient Care, Patient Care Documentation, Patient Evaluations, Surgeries Education A.S: Biology, B.S.: Biology Certifications CPR - Other Language Work Experience Clinical Experience