Ortho Cast Medical Assistant

Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a full time Clinic Medical Assistant - Ortho Cast Tech for our Franciscan Orthopedic Associates -St. Anthony in Gig Harbor, WA. Growing practice of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers. Fast-paced, team-oriented environment of providers and staff, seeing patients from all over the Puget Sound. On site parking and no weekends or organizationally recognized holidays required!

Job Summary:

• Applies and removes orthopedic appliances, including casts, splints and braces. 
• Educates patients regarding proper care and application of appliances under the direction of the ordering provider. Assists physicians/mid-level provider with pin removal, incision and drainage, setting fractures, joint injections and other procedures. Requires knowledge of sterile technique and of orthopedic supplies, 1 year of experience, and certification by the National Association of Orthopedic Technicians or American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP).

Essential Duties:

• Greet and prepare patients for the practitioner. Obtain and record vital signs and other appropriate information, such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problem. Administer ordered medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal routes within the scope of the Medical Assistant guidelines/licensing. 
• Assist with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures to appropriate level of training and established procedures. Apply and remove orthopedic appliances, including casts, splints and braces under the direction of the ordering provider. Assist physicians/mid-level providers with pin removal, incision and drainage, setting fractures, joint injections and other procedures.
• Educate patients regarding proper care and application of appliances under the direction of the ordering provider.
• Manage patient flow ensuring enough time for patient and family education. Provide patient mobility assistance, as necessary.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to Franciscan Medical Group Exposure Control Plan; anticipate provider’s needs for medications, supplies and equipment and plan accordingly.
• Schedule patient appointments and perform other clerical duties as needed. Screen, communicate and respond to patient needs appropriately.

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Education/Experience:

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent) plus completion of a Medical Assistant program and one (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant and/or Cast Technician in a clinic or acute care setting required.

License/Certification:

• Washington State certification as a Medical Assistant-Certified. 
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Certification by the National Association of Orthopedic Technicians or American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP) within 6 months of hire.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

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