Athletic Trainer/Medical Assistant/Ortho Tech - Orthopaedic Practice

About Essex Orthopaedics & Optima Sports Medicine:

Our practice is an independent, busy orthopaedic practice comprised of 6 surgeons and three Physician's Assistants. We offer on-site physical therapy and imaging including x-ray, MRI and ultrasound. Our mission is to pursue the highest quality orthopaedic care for the patients who have granted us their trust with consistency and determination. Our team provides each and every patient the most convenient, timely, compassionate, ethical and cost-effective care possible.

Job Summary:

This position directly supports orthopaedic surgeons and physician assistants in the provision of orthopaedic care for patients in an office setting and occasionally in a surgical assistant role for outpatient surgical cases.

Qualified candidates must:

• Have at least one year of casting experience
• Be a Certified Athletic Trainer, Medical Assistant, or Orthopaedic Tech
• Perform clinical assessments of new and established patients of the practice for the physicians and physician assistants.
• Assist the providers in treating patients including but not limited to: casting, exercise programs, navigation of diagnostic testing, and fitting durable medical equipment
• Interface via phone and secure messaging with patients who have clinical questions or requests of the surgeon or physician assistant they support
• Manage surgical scheduling for surgeon(s) and physician assistant(s) they support
• Demonstrate excellent customer service
• Be extremely organized
• Be very comfortable on the phone
• Be proficient at using a computer
• Have a track record of dependability including good attendance
• Be able to work in a very fast-paced environment
• Be willing to work multiple roles on a team

Preferred characteristics of candidates include:

• Experience with Athena Clinicals

• Familiarity with surgical scheduling and preoperative requirements
• 3+ Years of experience in a medical office, preferably in Orthopaedics

What we believe:

• We provide high-quality sub-specialized care for all patients
• We provide an enriching and supportive workplace.
• Our team focuses on getting people well and restoring function

What we offer:

• Patient-centered, team-based and collaborative work environment
• Work-life balance
• Highly competitive compensation and benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

• Orthopedics
• Sports Medicine

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Athletic Trainer (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Typical start time:

• 8AM

Typical end time:

• 5AM

Company's website:

• www.essexortho.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

• No