Overview
Physical Therapy Aide Jobs in Elk Grove Village, IL at MIdwest Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgical Specialists
Job Overview
Join our energetic, patient-centered orthopedic team! We’re seeking a Medical Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment and is passionate about providing high-quality support to both patients and providers. Assisting with multiple different office tasks to include working in clinic with provider, obtaining benefits and pre certifications with insurance companies for in office procedures and surgeries, completing patient disability forms, addressing patient phone calls, you’ll be part of a patient – first team, committed to excellence in musculoskeletal care.
If you’re organized, compassionate, have a positive outlook, and are a team player, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- esponsibilities:
- Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for evaluation.
- Document patient history, symptoms, and treatments related to chief complaint.
- Assist providers with exams, injections, wound care, and in-office procedures.
- Apply and remove splints, braces, bandages, and dressings.
- Educate patients on conditions, treatments, medications, and home care.
- Prepare patient face sheets for clinic days obtaining previous testing reports and documenting previous treatments
- Obtain insurance authorizations and benefits for surgery procedures and in office procedures
- Document accurately in EHR system – familiar with MODMED a plus
- Maintain clean sterile technique and keep exam rooms stocked for clinic
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and clinical staff
- Process disability forms, work, medical necessity notes for patients
- and respond to patient inquiries
- Explain Orthopedic procedures, treatment plans and medication instructions
- Review treatment plans – pre and post operative instructions with patients and caregivers
- Provide emotional support to patients dealing with pain, limited mobility, or surgery.
- Assist with surgery scheduling at hospital and surgery center
- Obtain preoperative medical clearances, lab work for surgery patients
- Provide patients with detailed pre-op and post op instructions
- Ensure completion of all necessary paperwork for all surgeries
- Coordinate logistics between patient, surgeon, and facilities for surgery
Skills
- High school diploma or GED required
- 1+ year of clinical experience, preferably in orthopedics or a specialty clinic
- Knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and orthopedic terminology
- Familiarity with the ModMed EMR a plus
- Ability to multitask in a high-volume setting
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
Join our team as an Office Specialist where you can contribute to enhancing patient experiences while developing your career in the healthcare field!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 – $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Physical Therapy Aide
Company: MIdwest Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgical Specialists
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
