Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Assistant

Location : West Chester, Kennett Square

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 our West Chester & Kennett Square offices. 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 is responsible for assisting providers with patient care and acting as the coordinator of care for patients after, during, and after office visits. This role includes preparing patients for visits, documenting vitals, maintaining exam room standards, performing basic clinical procedures, and ensuring seamless communication between patients and providers. This is a full-time, on-site position.

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.

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About Premier Orthopaedics & Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder :

Premier Orthopaedics and Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC) are leading providers of comprehensive musculoskeletal care throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

Premier Orthopaedics delivers expert treatment for orthopedic injuries, joint disease, interventional spine care, regenerative medicine, and comprehensive physical therapy services, supported by more than 150 providers across 50+ locations. Our facilities include state-of-the-art MRI centers, outpatient surgery centers, physical therapy clinics, and orthopedic urgent care centers to ensure timely access to high-quality, patient-focused care.

Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC), a division of Premier Orthopaedics, has been nationally recognized for more than 50 years for its specialized care of the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder. Our fellowship-trained surgeons and certified Hand and Occupational Therapists collaborate to provide seamless care—from diagnosis and treatment to post-operative and rehabilitative recovery. With 14 convenient locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, PHSC offers advanced, integrated care to restore function, mobility, and quality of life for patients with upper extremity conditions.