Clinic Assistant

Organization Overview

Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is consistently recognized as a leader in the field of sports medicine and orthopedics within the Midwest. Forté has been providing exceptional care to athletes and active people of all ages for over 40 years and pride ourselves in how we deliver that care.

We are a destination employment location for dedicated health care workers who are looking to advance their careers in their chosen profession. If you are seeking a setting that not only allows, but fosters professional growth and development while working with a team of outstanding, committed and like-minded leaders in this niche’ of health care, then you should consider Forté Sports Medicine - “The best place to get care AND the best place to give care!”

Summary/objective

The clinical assistant provides clinical support in a high-volume practice to a provider specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. The position is responsible for a wide variety of clinical and clerical duties.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Assists patients to/from clinic areas
• Assist physicians during office visits
• Scribe patient information into the EMR system
• Retrieve patient information from EMR system
• Conduct preliminary patient evaluations
• Communicate information with patients as directed by physician
• Provide appropriate patient education regarding injuries
• Manage and prioritize phone calls and electronic communication
• Schedule patient testing
• Obtain prior authorizations

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities)

• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to multi task effectively
• Highly organized
• Able and willing to handle high patient care volume on a daily basis

Essential Education and Experience

• Previous experience working in a physician office in a clinical capacity
• Medical experience in a fast paced environment

Desirable Education and Experience

• Vascular access and ability to draw labs/phlebotomy
• Experience with Spine and or pain management

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant
• LPN/RN
• ATC

Work environment

• This position is performed in a typical, professional medical office setting

Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace.