Medical Assistant/orthopedic Technician-fox Chapel

Highmark Health

Fox Chapel, PA, US
Sign-on bonus: $1,000 for external hires; base: no...
Perform wound care and dressing changes
Apply and remove orthopedic casts and splints
Conduct ekg procedures and phlebotomy
The role involves assisting physicians with various orthopedic procedures such as wound care, cast application, and injections

Job Summary

  • The role involves assisting physicians with various orthopedic procedures such as wound care, cast application, and injections.
  • Candidates receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus if they are external hires and stay with the organization for at least one year.
  • Employees must maintain strict compliance with HIPAA regulations and company privacy policies regarding patient data.

Matching Summary

The role involves assisting physicians with various orthopedic procedures such as wound care, cast application, and injections.

Salary

Sign-On Bonus: $1,000 for external hires; Base: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform wound care and dressing changes
  • Apply and remove orthopedic casts and splints
  • Conduct EKG procedures and phlebotomy
  • Document patient history in electronic health records
  • Educate patients on postoperative and cast care

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with ultrasound procedure assistance
  • Ability to function as a medical scribe
  • Travel capability to satellite locations
  • Strong inventory management skills

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Graduation from AHN approved Medical Assistant school within 5 years OR accredited athletic training program
  • Medical Assistant Certification or Athletic Trainer Licensure within 120 days of hire
  • Current CPR certification from American Heart Association
  • Act 34, Act 33, Act 73, and FBI Fingerprinting clearances required

Work Rights

Not specified

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