Medical Assistant II - Orthopedic Surgery

Summary

Orthopedic Surgery is seeking a Medical Assistant II to assist with patient care responsibilities and provide clerical/administrative support in a clinical setting. The MA II also provides guidance to entry level Medical Assistants.

Job Duties

• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, venipuncture (blood draws), collecting specimens, and wound care.
• Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.
• Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient’s visit.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician.
• Assists with procedures as needed.
• Administers medication under direction / order of a supervising Physician.
• Instructs Patients on general care and medical procedures.
• Maintains patient and service rooms in a neat and orderly condition.
• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Takes inventory of clinic supplies and order supplies as needed.
• Sorts and distributes clinic mail and medical records to the appropriate clinic personnel.
• Assists with Autoclaving instruments.
• Assists with PRP procedures in clinic.
• Answers live clinical patient calls with timely resolution.
• Handles patient daily MyChart messages.
• Assists with Ring Central live answer coverage.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP, or AMCA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior MA experience in an orthopedic clinic.

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• Feel Your Best
• Support for your physical, mental, and emotional health, including medical coverage and wellness programs.
• Work-Life Balance
• Benefits that help you care for your family and personal life, like paid time off and backup care.
• Plan Your Future
• Resources to support your financial and professional growth, including retirement plans and development services.

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Work Authorization Requirement:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.