Premier Orthopaedics·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Medical Assistant coordinates patient care by preparing patients for visits, documenting vitals, and assisting providers with clinical procedures like casting and suture removal. They are also responsible for maintaining exam room standards, managing medical supplies, and ensuring effective communication between patients and providers.
The Medical Assistant/Clinical Assistant is responsible for assisting providers with patient care and acts as the coordinator of care for patients before, during, and after office visits. This role includes preparing patients for visits, documenting vitals, maintaining exam room standards, performing basic clinical procedures, assisting with wound care and casting, and ensuring effective communication between patients and providers across multiple locations. This is a full-time position with Monday through Friday hours.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate communication between patients and providers by collecting and sharing pertinent information and following provider directives.
Prepare patients for visits, including rooming, obtaining vitals, reviewing intake paperwork, prepping materials, and accurately entering data into the EMR system.
Assist with cast and soft goods application and removal, as well as suture and staple removal.
Maintain exam room cleanliness and restock rooms at the end of each day.
Monitor biohazard and sharps containers and replace as needed.
Assist providers in preparing prescriptions and completing patient forms (work release, disability, FMLA, etc.).
Retrieve and respond to voicemails within 24 business hours and document actions in the EMR system.
Prepare patients’ electronic charts and verify testing results prior to visits.
Perform laboratory tests as needed.
Maintain medical supply inventory and ensure proper maintenance of medical equipment.
Scan clinical documents into the EMR system and print daily schedules.
Ensure patients receive education regarding medical treatment and therapies.
Create and promote a positive patient experience and maintain HIPAA compliance.
Maintain a clean workspace and follow all practice/site-specific protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.
• BLS certification preferred.
A high school diploma or GED is required, while graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program and BLS certification are preferred. Candidates should ideally have one to two years of healthcare experience, including proficiency with EMR systems and clinical office procedures.
Market context
Medical Assistant roles in Pennsylvania are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, physician offices, and other patient-facing settings, so demand is often steady where care teams need support with vitals, rooming, and basic clinical tasks. This role is competitive because employers typically want a high school diploma plus timely Medical Assistant and BLS certification after hire, with healthcare experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification timeline and tailor your application to any prior clinical or administrative experience.
