Medical Assistant – Orthopedics

Coastal Health
Location: Orange Park, Point Meadows, Middleburg, or Jacksonville Area
Department: Orthopedics
Position Type: Full-Time

Join Our Growing Orthopedic Team

Coastal Health is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our Orthopedic Department. This position plays a vital role in supporting physicians and advanced practice providers while delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced specialty practice. Orthopedic experience is preferred, but motivated candidates with strong clinical skills and a passion for patient care are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints
• Prepare patients for orthopedic examinations and procedures
• Assist providers with injections, splinting, casting, brace fittings, and other in-office procedures
• Support post-operative care, wound care, dressing changes, and patient education
• Perform EKGs, venipuncture, specimen collection, and medication administration as directed
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked exam rooms
• Document patient information accurately within the EMR system

Administrative Duties

• Greet and check in patients while providing outstanding customer service
• Verify insurance information and update patient demographics
• Schedule appointments and coordinate follow-up care
• Process referrals and assist with imaging coordination (X-ray, MRI, CT)
• Maintain patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance
• Assist with authorizations, billing support, and other office functions as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited program required
• CMA, RMA, or equivalent certification preferred
• Current CPR certification required
• Minimum 1–3 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Orthopedic, sports medicine, podiatry, or surgical specialty experience strongly preferred
• Experience with Athena EMR is a plus
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive team culture focused on patient-centered care

Apply Today

If you are passionate about orthopedic medicine and committed to delivering exceptional patient care, we invite you to join the Coastal Health team.

Submit your resume today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.