*GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:*

Direct assistant to the physician, constant patient contact, clinical assistance of patient flow and information gathering, manage physicians daily schedule, management of x-rays and medical supply inventory and ordering. Reports to Managing physician for patient/clinical issues; Office Manager for administrative and other office issues.

*Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm- working 1 weekend a month and 1 late night until 7pm on a rotation basis for OrthoCare*


* _401(k) matching + profit sharing_
* _Health/Dental/Vision Insurance_
* _FSA/HSA options_
* _Life insurance/AD&D/STD/LTD_
* _Paid time off_
* _Employee Discount Program _
* _Wellness Program_

*RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Assist physician with all medical procedures with courteous and knowledgeable medical decision making; follow through on patient requests for information
* Receive and handle all patient telephone calls to completion
* Clinical/Administrative
* Manage patient charts: receive charts from transcription, organize chart based on office policy, follow through on any incomplete paperwork or items missing from chart. Review patient charts daily for next days appointments.
* Prepare exam rooms between each patient and prepare injections daily
* Call in prescriptions to pharmacies
* Review all charts prior to patients appointments to assure all paperwork is complete and attached
* Stock exam rooms with supplies
* Order medical supplies and manage inventory storage
* Establish and update inventory of medical supplies
* Maintain and dispose of biohazard materials
* Act as a liaison between patient and physician, communicating messages, screening telephone calls for referral to physician.
* Know legalities regarding confidentiality of patient records
* Know OSHA regulations and follow correct procedures for handling biohazard materials
* Complete forms for patients according to physicians direction for workers comp, disability, insurance, etc.
* Other miscellaneous duties as directed by physician or supervisor
* Monitoring physicians schedule: including on call and keeping computer system up to date

*REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:*

Education:
* Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program (RMA or CMA)
* High school graduate or GED
* At least one year of work experience in a medical office setting
* Knowledge of medical office procedures and insurance verification
* Ability to demonstrate a mature, dependable, and responsible approach when interacting with patients, physicians, co-workers, and additional outside sources
* Proactive self-starter
* Understands referral requirements of major third party payers
* Ability to multi-task, prioritize and exceptional attention to detail
* Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills

*OrthoConnecticut, *delivering exceptional care and real results has always been our mission, though we did things a little differently when we opened our doors in 1954. Today, we provide orthopedic care in a new state-of-the-art Musculoskeletal Center of Excellence, in which we provide the full spectrum of high-quality services under one roof. Now we can diagnose and treat the complete range of musculoskeletal issues for all ages in one easily accessible location with minimal wait time and a more efficient patient experience. One thing that hasn't changed since in 1954: our commitment to you

*OrthoConnecticut is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.*

_The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job._

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Rotating weekends



Ability to Commute:
* Norwalk, CT (Preferred)


Work Location: Multiple locations