Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Assistant

Department: Orthopedic Clinic  

Reports to: Clinical Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary: The Clinical Assistant functions as part of the clinical care team. The Clinical Assistant will room patients, document care, and provide assistance to the Physician, PA’s, and NP’s as needed.

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to apply casts, splints, and fit for DME
• Ability to assist the provider with any needs during clinic.
• Ability to document accurately and timely. This includes completion of any forms needed.
• Ability to assist with booking appointments for patients
• Knowledge of assisting with collecting Laboratory Specimens and is able to process for send out to the lab.
• Ability to triage medical calls
• Assist with the flow of patients and is able to keep the clinic running smoothly and on time.
• Able to draw up injections
• Ability to perform phlebotomy when needed
• Ability to change dressings, remove sutures, etc.
• Good interpersonal skills in establishing effective working relations with staff. 
• Ability to effectively train new staff members.
• Handling & protecting patient information.
• Promotes internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Builds and promotes a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement.
• Attendance: works as scheduled and is compliant with Attendance and Tardiness Policy.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Qualifications:

• Required: Graduated from an accredited medical assistant/Ortho Tech certification program; Active NH Medical Assistant, Ortho Tech, or Athletic Trainer license/certification; BCLS  
• Preferred: Associates degree