About this role
What You'll Do
As an Orthopedic Medical Assistant at OrthoAtlanta, you’ll:
- Guiding Patients: Escort patients to exam rooms, assist with dressing/undressing, and ensure comfort and privacy
- Gathering Information: Accurately review patient registration details, collect necessary forms, and complete EMR intake documentation
- Coordinating Care: Prepare surgical orders, schedule lab tests and diagnostic procedures, obtain test results, and manage medical clearances for surgeries
- Communication and Follow-Up: Manage patient callbacks regarding messages, prescriptions, and referrals; monitor and respond to physician queues
- DME Support: Demonstrate proper fitting and usage of durable medical equipment (DME) like braces and soft goods when needed
A Great Fit If You…
- Are highly organized and detailed, ensuring every patient interaction is smooth and thorough
- Stay calm and efficient in a busy, high-energy clinic setting
- Communicate with professionalism, empathy, and clarity
- Love being part of a collaborative healthcare team
What You’ll Need
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, or Certified Ortho Tech program (or equivalent experience)
- 1+ year of medical office experience preferred
- Experience with electronic medical records systems (Epic preferred)
- Positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and ability to multitask effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong sense of professionalism and patient confidentiality
Why OrthoAtlanta?
- Be part of a highly respected orthopedic practice
- Hands-on clinical experience with opportunities for professional growth
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment focused on exceptional patient care
Ready to make a difference in patients’ lives and support the future of orthopedic care?
Apply today and become a valued member of our clinical team!
Other facts
About OrthoAtlanta
Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta is the second largest physician-owned orthopedic and sports medicine practice in the greater Atlanta, Georgia area with 25 offices, more than 70 physicians and more than 50 additional healthcare providers including physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists and occupational therapists dedicated to patient care.
Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta offers convenient accessibility to a full range of musculoskeletal surgeons, specialists and patient services including on-site physical therapy, pain management care, five MRI imaging centers and two AAAHC surgical centers. Comprehensive operative and non-operative musculoskeletal care and expertise includes sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, hip replacement, knee replacement, neck and spine surgery, elbow and shoulder surgery, ankle and foot surgery, pain management, general orthopedics, work related injuries and acute orthopedic urgent care.
Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta is the official sports medicine provider to the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, Atlanta Gladiators hockey team and numerous college, high school and community sports programs across the region.
What you'll do
- The Orthopedic Medical Assistant will guide patients through their appointments, gather necessary information, and coordinate care for surgical procedures. They will also manage communication with patients and demonstrate the use of durable medical equipment.
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