Surgeon - Orthopedic jobs in Ventura, CA

SUMMARY: Works cooperatively with other members of SCOI. Assists in the examination and treatment of patients under direction of the physician and/or Manager, Clinical Services by performing the essential functions of the job.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports to work as scheduled.
• Complies with SCOI policies and procedures.
• Works cooperatively with others and acts in a way to support the SCOI mission statement.
• Obtains patient medical history.
• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height, obtains allergy information and records information on the chart.
• Assists physician with special procedures as required and prepares set-up for injections, aspiration and other procedures.
• Removes sutures, cleans wounds and applies dressings.
• Instructs patients as directed by the physician.
• Schedules return appointments when needed.
• Schedules MRI as needed.
• Coordinates and tracks the scheduling and results of patient PT and diagnostic testing.
• Enters patient prescriptions into SRS as authorized by physician and as per protocol. Note: Cannot sign physician name to any documents or prescriptions.
• Provides physician with necessary instruments and materials during exam.
• Stocks exam rooms regularly with materials and supplies prior to the beginning of clinic. Cleans up exam rooms after clinic.
• Maintains biohazard and sharps container according to SCOI procedure and guidelines.
• Educates patients in the use of casts, braces and crutches and assists them as necessary. May be responsible for cast application/removal if physician protocol warrants.
• Maintains linen supply, depositing gowns, lab coats and shorts in designated hampers for pick up and cleaning.
• Sterilizes instruments following SCOI procedures and guidelines.
• Inputs work comp status sheets into computer as needed.
• Responsible for providing Billing with daily appointment report.
• Reports compliance issues or concerns immediately to supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $17.00 - $23.04 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person
• Outpatient

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Westlake Village, CA 91362: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person