Medical Assistant II - Orthopedic Surgery - Clinic Office CSCC SLCH

Medical Assistant

Position functions as a Medical Assistant in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, prepares and maintains exam rooms, prepares charts, obtains reports and records; assists with patient flow and ensures the overall smooth running of the clinical office.

The mission of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine is to have a national and international impact on orthopedics through excellence in clinical care, education, research and leadership. Our vision is to redefine excellence in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation.

As a national leader in orthopedic care delivery, research and education, Washington University's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery guides the way in advanced musculoskeletal treatment and technology, providing trusted care for patients of all ages.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Interacts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes clinical tasks, which may include obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, completing a phlebotomy and verifying medications.
• Prepares for office hours by doing tasks, such as obtaining charts, scheduling tests and preparing exam rooms.
• Assists with examinations, procedures and lab tests.
• May assist with renewal and authorization of non-narcotic medications per standing orders and department guidelines.
• May administer medications under the order of physicians or nurse practitioner (this includes vaccines and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections).

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Salary Range : $17.34 - $25.40 / Hourly

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position.

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups.