Ambitious Registered Orthopedic Technician with experience facilitating physical needs of patients. Strong knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. Fosters relationships and coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical First Assistant/Surgery Scheduling Coordinator
Orthopedic Associates of Flower Mound
Flower Mound, TX
05.2016 - Current
Participated in continuing education courses related to surgical coordination techniques.
Educated patients on at-home surgery preparation requirements and post-operative care process.
Developed policies and procedures related to surgery scheduling and coordination.
Reviewed patient charts prior to surgery date to ensure accuracy of data entered into system.
Facilitated communication between surgeons and other healthcare professionals involved in a patient's care plan.
Scheduled appointments for patients, prepared necessary paperwork, and provided information regarding pre and post-operative procedures.
Ordered supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
Sent H&P form and other patient information to surgery facility.
Assisted in casting, splinting and bracing of fractures or other orthopedic injuries.
Provided education to patients regarding their condition, treatment plan and post-operative care instructions.
Instructed patients on proper use of crutches and braces following an injury or surgery.
Provided wound care services such as changing dressings or applying topical ointments.
Worked collaboratively with other healthcare providers including nurses, physicians and radiologists.
Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Set-up surgical tables, instruments and supplies required for specific operations and assisted in preparation and draping of patient and operative area.
Assisted with pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care of patients undergoing orthopedic surgery.
Provided direct assistance to the orthopedic surgeons during surgical procedures.
Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Documented notes during patient visits.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
Education
Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy
Platt College
Dallas, Tx
01-2009
Skills
Post Operative Care
Brace Application
Casting/Splinting application and removal
Orthopedic Device Knowledge
Suture Removal
Wound Care
Organizational Skills
Time Management
Self Motivation
EMR-ATHENA , some EPIC knowledge
Certification
R.O.T.
CPR
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical First Assistant/Surgery Scheduling Coordinator
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