Orthopedic Clinical Assistant

Orthopedic Clinical Assistant

Apply for the Orthopedic Clinical Assistant at HMH PHYSICIAN SERVICES, INC. North Bergen, New Jersey. This is a full‑time position with benefits.

The Orthopedic Clinical Assistant provides comprehensive clinical and administrative support to orthopedic physicians and surgeons, ensuring high‑quality patient care and efficient practice operations. The role serves as a vital link between patients and physicians, enhancing patient experience and care coordination.

• Support physician during clinical hours, as well as administrative duties:
  • Clinical Functions:
    • Assists physicians with in‑office procedures, including preparing injections, instruments, equipment, and patients.
    • Applies braces, casts, and splints as directed by the physician.
    • Prepares for clinic days by reviewing charts, ensuring appointments are appropriately scheduled for the care team inclusive of the physician assistant and physician(s). Ensuring timely patient flow through the clinic and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
    • Assists with patient education regarding treatment plans, post‑operative care, and medication management.
    • Prepares therapeutic injections for administration by the physician.
    • Monitors patient flow and coordinates with other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient clinic operations.
  • Administrative Functions:
    • Manages physician schedules and appointments.
    • Completes physical and occupational therapy plan of care documentation as directed by the physician.
    • Maintains accurate and up‑to‑date patient records in the EMR system.
    • Processes prescriptions, obtains prior authorizations, and manages medication refills per physician orders.
    • Triages patient phone calls and addresses clinical questions within scope of practice and under the direction of the physician. Escalates complex medical questions to the physician.
    • Directs patients to the surgical scheduling department and answers general questions about the process.
    • Creates and routes referrals for Visco Supplementation to the pre‑certification team.
    • Maintains inventory of clinical supplies and equipment.
    • Prepares and processes pre‑authorizations for advanced imaging.
    • Manages patient correspondence, faxes documents, and maintains office organization.
    • Answers patient clinical inquiries and handling other communication tasks.
• Directs patients to surgical scheduling department and answers questions regarding procedures
• Coverage of physicians clinical hours/phone calls when not assigned to a specific MD
• Cleaning/autoclaving instruments used in clinical hours
• Independently gathers and documents patient information to assist the physician in clinical assessment.
• Prepares drafts of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and bracing orders for physician review and approval.
• Appropriately and independently handles patient clinical complaints.
• Independently can prepare medications and injections and can instruct others how to draw up medications
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Required:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training or Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Certified Athletic Trainer or Licensed Practical Nurse, or NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.
• BLS or AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (BLS) with HCP Certification.

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or Bachelor’s in Nursing.
• 1–2 years of orthopedic care experience.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology.
• Previous EMR experience.
• Excellent communication, collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary team.

Minimum rate of $34.65 hourly.

Health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected class.