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Medical Assistant/Cast Specialist - Manhattan Beach-BCO Ortho Clinic- Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

Keck Medicine of USC·Manhattan Beach, California

$29 - $45/hr·Full Time·On Site
·0-2 yrs
·Posted 5 months ago
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About the role

This role involves assisting physicians with minor orthopaedic clinical procedures such as casting/splinting application/removal, suture/staple removal, and wound care, alongside managing patient flow and administrative tasks like scheduling diagnostic tests and processing insurance claims. Essential duties also include maintaining stock levels, performing vitals, entering patient data into Cerner, and covering the front desk when necessary.

Escorts patients to x-ray and exam rooms, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures including staple removal, suture removal, and wound care.

Casting and splinting removal and application as directed by the physician.

Supply utilization tracking and ordering, including stocking exam rooms and work stations.

Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.

Reviews and codes charge slips, submits insurance claims.

Returns patient phone calls.

Performs various office and clerical duties.

Must work with any and every physician in the unit/department/clinic.

Escorts patients to x-ray and exam rooms, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures including staple removal, suture removal, and wound care.

Casting and splinting removal and application as directed by the physician.

Supply utilization tracking and ordering, including stocking exam rooms and work stations.

Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.

Reviews and codes charge slips, submits insurance claims.

Returns patient phone calls.

Performs various office and clerical duties.

Must work with any and every physician in the Orthopaedic Clinic.

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

  • Schedules patient appointments, answers general questions, obtains authorizations and pre-authorizations for patient care services. Schedules appointments with ancillary departments or other care providers as needed. Maintains master calendar for physician(s).
  • Escorts patients to exam rooms, performs vitals and enters all required information in Cerner.
  • Reviews and codes charge slips for patient care services rendered and/or surgeries performed in accordance with department deadlines. Develops supporting documentation for insurance claims and submits claims to insurance carriers.
  • Covers front desk when needed for breaks, lunches, call outs, vacations.
  • Assists physicians with minor orthopaedic clinical procedures including staple removal, suture removal, and wound care.
  • Ensures that physician orders for medications and treatments are implemented by the appropriate staff.
  • Submits all workers compensation and HMO requests. Relays disability status to adjusters and nurse case managers.
  • Returns patient phone calls in a timely manner in accordance with departmental policy.
  • Casting and splinting removal and application as directed by the physician.
  • Supply utilization including tracking of supplies used and ordering new supplies in a timely manner in order to keep clinic stocked appropriately.
  • Stocks exam rooms and work stations to ensure all supplies are available prior to clinic times.
  • Checks supplies and medications (if applicable) for expiration dates and disposes of them according to hospital and Joint Commission standards.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Req High School or equivalent
  • Req 6 - 12 months At least 6 months casting experience in a an acute care setting
  • Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Pref Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited school of Orthopaedic Program.
  • Pref Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program
  • Pref 1 year; Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Preferably a year of experience as a medical assistant in an acute care setting.
  • Pref Spanish language skills.
  • Pref Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Pref Familiarity with word processing, IDX, AS400 and scheduling software.

Required Licenses/Certifications

  • Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
  • Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
  • Req
  • Orthopaedic
  • Technologist
  • Certified (OTC)
  • Must have one of the following: If no certificate upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date.
  • Registered Orthopaedic Technologist (ROT) from American Society of Orthopedic Professional (ASOP)
  • Registered Orthopaedic Technologist (ROT) from National Board for Certification in the Orthopedic Specialties (NBCOS)
  • Orthopaedic Technologist Certification (OTC) from the National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists (NBCOT)

The hourly rate range for this position is $29.00 - $45.20. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.

USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.

Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D [https://policy.usc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Background-Screening-Policy-Appendix-D-1.pdf] [https://policy.usc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Background-Screening-Policy-Appendix-D-1.pdf]for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

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Requirements

Candidates must possess at least six months of casting experience in an acute care setting and be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing. Required certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association and Fire Life Safety Training (LA City), along with achieving an Orthopaedic Technologist Certification (OTC) within 30 days of hire.

  • high school
  • Suture Removal
  • Wound Care
  • Staple Removal
  • Splinting
  • Casting
  • Insurance Claims Submission
  • Supply Ordering
  • Patient Flow Monitoring
  • Medication Management
  • Authorization Obtaining
  • Front Desk Coverage
  • Vitals Recording
  • Diagnostic Test Scheduling
  • Charge Slip Coding
  • Patient Escorting
  • Cerner

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$29 - $45/hr
Location
Manhattan Beach, California
Posted
Feb 26, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Keck Medicine of USC

Keck Medicine of USC is the University of Southern California’s medical enterprise, one of only two university-based medical systems in the Los Angeles area. Keck Medicine combines academic excellence, world-class research and state-of-the-art facilities to provide highly...

Salary listed on 363 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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