Medical Assistant, Ortho

• Under the supervision of the physician or advanced practice clinician (NP or PA), performs Medical Assistant specific tasks
• Assesses and educates patients.

• High School Diploma or GED required
• One year of experience in a clinical setting or completion of a Medical Assistant certification program required
• Training in specialty-specific assisting desired
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required
• Must possess good communication skills
• Competent to provide care to patients utilizing the nursing process
• Knowledge of the basic principles of human growth and development
• Competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply, based on age of the patient served.

Demonstrates proficiency in patient care and education, utilizing the nursing process while effectively communicating with patients of varying ages and needs. Holds essential certifications and training to provide quality medical assistance in a clinical setting.

• Medical Assistant Certification
• BLS Certification
• Clinical Experience
• Patient Education
• Communication Skills

• Patient Care
• Nursing Process
• Human Growth and Development Principles

• Good Communication Skills

• BLS Certification
• Medical Assistant Certification

• Clinical Setting
• Patient Assessment
• Patient Interaction
• Specialty-Specific Assisting