Clinical Assistant - Part-time

Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (COSM) is looking for a Part-time Clinical Assistant to join our team! This is a great opportunity for a healthcare professional who enjoys working directly with patients, supporting physicians, and being part of a fast-paced clinical environment.

Hours of the Position:

Tuesday:  All Day

Wednesday: Afternoon hours only

Thursday: Morning hours only

Friday: Morning hours only

Location:  12499 University Avenue, Ste. 210, Clive, IA  50325

What You’ll Do

As a Part-Time Clinical Assistant, you will play an important role in providing an excellent patient experience while supporting our physicians and clinical team. 

Responsibilities include:

• Assist physicians and clinical leads with patient care and movement throughout the clinic
• Room patients, obtain medical histories and chief complaints, and accurately document information in the EMR
• Provide direct assistance to physicians and physician assistants in and out of exam rooms
• Process prescription requests according to physician orders and established protocols
• Prepare and document physician orders for surgeries, diagnostic testing, and other recommended services
• Obtain surgical consents according to physician and facility protocols
• Complete screening questionnaires for diagnostic testing and surgical procedures
• Apply and remove casts, splints, and DME supplies and complete required billing documentation
• Provide patients with post-operative instructions and education according to physician protocols
• Assist with suture removal as directed
• Perform X-rays according to physician protocols, when applicable
• Clean and stock exam rooms
• Ensure equipment and instruments are properly sterilized and ready for the next clinic day
• Provide professional, compassionate customer service to patients, families, physicians, coworkers, vendors, and other partners

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Iowa driver's license
• Knowledge of electronic medical records
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Strong verbal, written, and customer service skills
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions
• Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines and regulations
• Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification
• Must obtain and maintain required professional certification
• Mandatory reporter certification for both children and adults

Candidates must hold an active certification or license in one of the following areas:

Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Radiologic Technologist [RT(R)], Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) or Kinesiology certification. 

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and/or sit for extended periods
• Bend, twist, lift, grip, carry, touch, speak, and listen
• Lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds
• Demonstrate adequate vision and hearing to perform essential job functions

Why Join COSM?

If you're looking for an opportunity to use your clinical skills while making a difference in the patient experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Join the COSM team and be part of a team committed to providing exceptional orthopaedic and sports medicine care to our patients.