Medical Assistant

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm late as needed.

Who we are:

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO) Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most patient care. Headquartered in Stamford Connecticut the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians 1800 employees 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York Connecticut Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

What youll do:

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Monitor and supply the pre-operative areas for patient OR attire extra linens (i.e. sheets pillowcases warm blankets) and other items needed for patient use.

• Greet designated patients using customer-friendly approach pre-operatively and aid with the admitting process under the direction of the Pre-operative Registered Nurse and always communicating with the Pre-operative Registered Nurse.

• Aid with continuous patient flow by providing pre-operative area with clean made-up stretchers and/or movable recliners as necessary.

• Communicate pertinent general information to nursing staff as indicated (i.e. surgeon and/or anesthesia arrival etc.).

• Assist PACU staff by retrieving nourishment for patients (i.e. crackers cookies soft drinks etc.) at appropriate times under the direct supervision and instruction of the staff Registered Nurse.

• May help patients change into street clothes before discharge upon discretion of the PACU staff Registered Nurse.

• Assist with patient transport via wheelchair upon discharge from PACU and supervision of the Registered Nurse.

• Provide help putting medical supplies away in general and sterile storage areas.

• Assist with removal of dirty linens placing trash in appropriate receptacles straighten PACU patient care areas restock supplies as needed clean stretchers with facility-approved agent and remake with clean linens after each use.

• Provide the Circulating Nurse assistance with transporting patients from pre-op to the OR and from the OR to PACU as directed.

• Assist with OR room turnovers by mopping floor with facility-approved agent wiping appropriate horizontal surfaces and removing both clean and contaminated linens and waste as needed after patient leaves the OR and is taken to PACU.

• Run errands to various locations (i.e. hospital lab pharmacy OR) as instructed per Clinical Director and/or Administrator.

• Always maintain patient confidentiality.

• Assist in the business office with scheduling appointments patient registration medical record assembly and telephone coverage.

• Conduct job tasks with efficiency and professionalism.

• Maintain positive interpersonal communications between staff.

• Other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

Qualifications:

• Education/Experience/Licenses/Certificates/Eligibility: High School diploma or GED. Medical Assistant certification preferred. Current BCLS.

• BCLS certification preferred within six (6) months of date of hire.

• Previous work experience in an acute-care facility or long-term setting preferred.

• Knowledge of computer tasks and programs (Microsoft word and excel).

• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.

• Intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking standing sitting light lifting pulling or pushing of carts equipment etc. Must be able to bend body downward at the waist; be able to kneel.

• Interpersonal: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates a positive friendly and courteous manner. Demonstrates the ability to work well with other employees.

• Critical Thinking: Ability to organize equipment instruments and supplies. Ability to adhere to the work schedule and manage time appropriately. Ability to handle stress associated with prioritizing multiple tasks. Above average organization skills.

• Machines and Equipment: Telephone scanner and fax.

What we offer:

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

• Dynamic environment

• Access to a diverse network of practitioners

• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience

• Competitive Compensation

• Generous PTO

• Benefits package: health dental vision 401(k) etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status physical or mental disability protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as protected characteristics).