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Medical Assistant
Premier OrthopaedicsRidley Park, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Jun 2026
About the role
Medical Assistant
Location: Ridley Park
Organization: Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder
Overview
Premier Orthopaedics, in partnership with Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Assistant to join our team in Ridley Park. As two of the region’s most respected providers of orthopedic and upper extremity care, we offer a collaborative, patient-focused environment that prioritizes clinical excellence, innovation, and ongoing professional development.
Position Summary
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.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program preferred.
Licenses & Certifications:
- BLS certification preferred.
Experience:
- One to two years of experience in a medical or healthcare setting preferred, including patient-facing or front office responsibilities
- Experience with office medical procedures, EMR systems, insurance verification, and managed care operations preferred
- Experience working in fast-paced clinical environments while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
- Experience using medical software and computer systems with strong overall technical proficiency
- Experience communicating effectively with patients, families, providers, and staff to support positive care experiences
- Experience building collaborative working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
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