Medical Assistant - Certified - Joint Replacements
Core
Provide basic clinical care and support for patients undergoing joint replacement procedures, including pre-op preparation, specimen collection, and assisting during exams.
Role type
Medical Assistant - Certified
Builds
Patient care workflow for orthopedic joint replacement team
Domain
Healthcare / Orthopedics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, specimen collection, patient positioning, EKG administration, medication administration, electronic medical records, sterilization protocols
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Electronic medical records systems
Responsibilities
Collect patient assessment data including vital signs and symptoms; Prepare patients for provider evaluation and assist during exams; Maintain clean and safe work areas and sterilize equipment; Document patient information in medical records; Assist with lab procedures and specimen labeling; Administer oral and parenteral medications; Schedule appointments and manage patient check-in/check-out.
Seniority
Entry-level