Supervisor Orthopedic Specialist

Short Description

The Supervisor, Orthopaedic Specialist (certified/registered) provides a broad spectrum of advanced clinical expertise and direct patient care within the orthopaedic and sports medicine specialties in the orthopaedic ambulatory practices as well as hospital coverage. The Supervisor is responsible to mentor/precept new hires and Medical Assistants pursuing their credentials as a registered or certified orthopaedic Specialist.

Responsible for the design and implementation of education programs and professional development of the Ortho Techs/Specialists and MA to MA/Ortho Specialist under the direction of Orthopaedic Surgeon/APP designee and Director of Ambulatory operations. Coordinates and conducts practical and didactic activities related to casting, bracing, DME, wound care, suture/staple removal, and other direct patient care activities along with competencies. Functions as a leader and creates the Ortho Tech and MPA/Ortho Specialist clinical support schedule across 5+ offices.

Responsible for human resource management of Ortho Techs and Ortho Specialists. Orders and maintains supplies, inventory, and care of equipment. Direct responsibility for application, removal and adjustment of casts and soft goods.

Provides assistance to the medical staff with orthopedic procedures whenever needed to expedite the patient care process. Responsibilities include promoting patient education and safety, enhancing customer satisfaction, demonstrating understanding of resource utilization and completing all other duties as assigned.

Communicates effectively and interacts with patients, team members, physicians and other customers in a courteous, pleasant and efficient manner. Articulates descriptions of orthopaedic conditions based upon an understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another.

Collaborates with Orthopaedic physicians/APP designee and management staff, coordinates consistent education for clinical ambulatory operations staff including orientation, competency validation and professional development to meet strategic initiatives. Mentors, trains and precepts new hires and those pursuing designation as registered or certified to bridge the gap between theory and actual practice.

Orients to the practices as well as all sub-specialty specific casting, bracing, etc. Teaches and demonstrates knowledge of the proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing change and removal of sutures or staples. Prepares and assists with complex and basic wound care and dressing changes as directed by physician.

Responsible for human resource activities including, staffing assignments, management of time and attendance and payroll processing. Coordinates interviews (team based interviewing) and required onboarding training, registration and competency.

Utilizes Cooper Policy Network and consults with HR Business Partner and Director for disciplinary actions. Conducts employee rounding monthly.

Provides advanced Orthopaedic Specialist clinical support to broad spectrum of orthopaedic sub-specialties including hand, joints, spine, trauma, sports medicine. A wide variety of orthopaedic related clinical activities supporting all sub-specialties include, but is not limited to removing sutures/staples, applying and removing casts, splints, braces and other orthopaedic devices (i.e.

Halo). Under the guidance of surgeons, orthopedic technicians fabricate splints and manage other simple medical technology, including braces. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.

Provides advanced Orthopaedic Specialist clinical support to broad spectrum of orthopaedic sub-specialties including hand, joints, spine, trauma, sports medicine. A wide variety of orthopaedic related clinical activities supporting all sub-specialties include, but is not limited to removing sutures/staples, applying and removing casts, splints, braces and other orthopaedic devices (i.e.

Halo). Under the guidance of surgeons, orthopedic technicians fabricate splints and manage other simple medical technology, including braces. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.

Instructs and teaches patients to use walking aids, such as canes and crutches, and fits and adjusts equipment as necessary. Effectively assists in the documentation of physician orders such as prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, studies performed by outsides facilities requiring written documentation and return to work/physical activity slips.

Consistently develops and maintains a complete inventory of required clinical items. Cleans and stocks patient exam, treatment, storage rooms and medical devices.

Greets patients in a prompt, courteous and professional manner and assists patient into the examination room completing all initiation of visit requirements (including rooming patients, taking vital signs and patient history, and assisting with minor procedures). Develops and improves skills in the organization of work and in assisting the physician for economy in time, motion and materials.

Assists with coordination of on-going education including hands-on training of Orthopaedic Specialist and those pursuing their credentials in partnership with physicians, Director of Clinical Practice, Director of Ambulatory Operations, DME and surgical vendors.

Maintains credentials as Registered Orthopaedic Specialist or Orthopaedic Specialist Certified.

Accurately and efficiently performs many administrative duties, including but not limited to in-basket and telephone communication, documentation in medical record, obtaining reports, completion of insurance and/or disability forms, precertification and/or authorizations. Assist in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with other specialists for patients.

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0-2 years

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6-10 years

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