Licensed Vocational Nurse (Clinic)

We are looking for a talented RN, LVN, RN, or very experienced Medical Assistant to fill the role of primary clinical support for a busy orthopaedic surgeon. Duties include calling patients back to the exam room, assessing the need for X-ray evaluation before rooming patients, and obtaining a comprehensive history. The ideal candidate should be a strong multi-tasker, thrive in a demanding environment, and know about orthopaedic medical management. If you have previous experience in Orthopaedics or Sports Medicine, we would like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and drawing injections.
• Input orders for imaging, PT, DME, orthotics, labs, and referrals.
• Field patient phone calls and encounters dealing with topics like medications, treatments, test results, and surgery.
• Knowledgeable in scheduling surgery and imaging.
• Function as a role model and resource providing guidance to coworkers.
• Confer with physicians to provide the highest level of customer and medical care.
• Work collaboratively with all providers of care including PT, Home Health, Rehab, Hospital, DME providers, and Implant Representatives

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Requirements

• 3-5 years of clinical experience
• Active License and/or Certification
• Strong multi-tasking skills without sacrificing attention to detail.
• Exposure to and knowledge around orthopaedic medical management

Preferences

• Experience and proficiency in EMR systems
• Proficient in removing staples and sutures from post-operative incision sites.