Medical Assistant, In-Office Procedures

Medical Assistant In-Office Procedures
Location: St. Augustine FL
Schedule: Full-Time

About Us

Established in 2001 Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is a regional leader in orthopedic care. We are committed to delivering accessible five-star orthopedic services while continuing to grow with our patients and communities.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant In-Office Procedures supports providers and clinical staff in delivering safe efficient patient care before during and after in-office procedures. This role assists with patient preparation procedure room setup sterile technique documentation and overall clinical support while ensuring a positive patient experience in a fast-paced orthopedic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures including rooming obtaining vitals and reviewing intake documentation
• Assist providers and nursing staff during in-office procedures and injections
• Set up and maintain sterile procedure rooms instruments and supplies
• Support patient safety by following sterile technique and infection control guidelines
• Document patient information accurately within the EMR system
• Prepare patient charts and clinic schedules prior to appointments
• Clean sterilize and restock procedure rooms and medical equipment
• Maintain inventory and communicate supply or equipment needs to leadership
• Respond to voicemails patient tasks and provider requests in a timely manner
• Promote a positive and professional patient experience while maintaining HIPAA compliance
• Maintain a clean organized and safe clinical environment

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or current LPN license required
• Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Knowledge of sterile technique infection control and clinical safety standards preferred
• Strong communication organization and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Experience with EMR systems and computer applications preferred

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Clinical environment with potential exposure to blood body fluids and infectious diseases
• Ability to stand walk bend and assist patients throughout the day
• May require occasional travel between clinic locations
• Ability to lift and assist patients as needed

Required Experience:

Junior IC