Career Opportunities at Upstate Orthopedics

LPN - full time
Job Standard/Operational Needs:

Responsibilities include greeting and rooming patients, reviewing Meaningful Use metrics in EPIC, taking vital signs, setting up injections, removing sutures/staples, applying and changing dressings. The nurse will also assist with appointment scheduling, chart preparation, image order completion, stocking rooms, and sterilizing instruments. EMR proficiency, ability to multitask, critical thinking skills, and flexibility are imperative.

Minimum Qualifications:
NYS licensed/registered LPN. Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required. Prior office and orthopedic experience preferred but not required.

Work day hours:
Generally M-F 830am-5pm, Evening hours as needed

Submit resumes to: gallik@upstate.edu

LPN – OrthoNOW! Per diem (Evening hours and Saturdays)

Exciting opportunity for an energetic LPN in a fast paced orthopedic after-hours walk in program, OrthoNOW! EMR proficiency, ability to multitask, critical thinking skills, and flexibility are imperative. For details on this after-hours program please visit: https://www.upstateorthopedics.com/same-day-programs/orthonow/

Job Standard/Operational Needs:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Greeting and rooming patients, taking vital signs, removing sutures/staples, pending orders, applying DME, assist with appointment scheduling, assist with chart preparation, stock rooms.

Work day hours:
Evening hours are 4:45pm – 8:30pm
Saturday hours are 8:45am – 2:30pm

Submit resumes to: gallik@upstate.edu

Administrative Assistant

Performs secretarial duties within a subspecialty division. Responsibilities and duties including but not limited to: scheduling appointments, scheduling orthopedic surgeries and all appropriate pre-operative appointments, relaying messages, requesting refills on patient's behalf, scanning and filing in a fast paced environment, managing incoming calls, works closely with patients, physicians, residents, clinic, management and other secretarial staff to facilitate efficient communication among all parties. Utilizes knowledge of medical processes and office procedures at all times. Effectively communicates and accurately documents via Epic EHR system relaying messages to Physicians and Patient Care team. Works closely with supervisor and other secretaries in the division.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree or pertinent college level courses and two years of administrative/office management experience. EMR Experience preferred. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Day hours:
Generally M-F 8:30 am-5:00 pm

Submit resumes to: kellejes@upstate.edu

X-Ray/MRI/CT Tech

Job Standard/Operational Needs:

Performs radiology examinations according to individual technique and proper positioning of patients. Adjusts x-ray machine/scanner to produce quality radiographs and images with proper identifying data, and reviews and evaluates processed film to ensure satisfactory quality. Provides assistance to patients in transfer between radiology examination table and wheelchair / stretcher; provides appropriate patient care, as required. Communicates with patients requiring examination and procedures, and provides reassurance as necessary. Maintains awareness of and complies with Department and regulatory agencies standards, rules, regulations, and codes applicable to radiologic services. Maintains competency in caring for patients of all age groups and development stages. Maintains complete understanding of the HIS/RIS with regard to Demographics, Patient Registration, Account Registration, Order Entry, Exam Information and Tracking Patients. Performs other and related duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree or pertinent college level courses. Must be ARRT certified.

Work Day Hours:

Generally M-F, with varying hours. MRI hours may include weekends/evenings.

Submit resumes to: bellma@upstate.edu

Per Diem Radiology Tech

Job Standard/Operational Needs:

Determine individual technique for prescribed examination and position patient properly. Read and interpret physicians orders. Properly shield patients for all examinations. Produce quality radiographs with correct Patient ID and markings. Review and evaluate images to ensure satisfactory quality. Maintain clean examination room and equipment. Communicate with patients requiring examination and procedures, and provide reassurance as necessary. Perform identification procedure by verbally confirming with the patient before beginning a procedure. Register patients, enter orders, and track patients using the RIS. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Must be customer service oriented and maintain a professional appearance at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree in Medical Radiography. License and Registration (ARRT) required. Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required. May need additional certification, depending on education.

Work Day Hours (Generally 2-3 shifts per week)

Monday-Friday: 5:00pm - 8:30pm

Saturday: 9:00am-2:30pm

Surgery Team Charge Poster

Job Summary:

Upstate Orthopedics is looking for a certified professional coder to work closely with surgery and daily charge coding teams. Must be detailed oriented with a strong willingness to learn. Must be a team player and skilled communicator.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for manual entry of surgical charges

• Assists with case logs as needed

• Assists with carrier verification as required

• Assists as a backup to surgical billing float position as needed

• Will learn basic daily/radiology charges

• Assists in answer phones and collecting patient payments

• Various other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Certification: CPC or CPC-A (Required)

• Education: Associates Degree (Required)

• 3 years’ current in Medical Office w/ relevant experience (Required)

• 2 years’ experience in Administrative / Office Management (Preferred)

• Will consider a mix of education and experience.

Hours: 8 am-4:30 pm, M-F

Submit resumes to: SouzaL@upstate.edu

Front Desk Registration

Job Standard/Operational Needs:

Registration, check-in/out patients in surgical practice. Entering patient demographics in Epic EMR system, review of real-time eligibility, and scanning insurance cards and other pertinent documents. Provide direction for Kiosk use and collect payment from patients. Excellent customer service skills, self-motivated, and self-starter required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of clerical support in a medical billing setting. Two years of patient registration in medical practice support is preferred. Experience with various health insurances required; experience with EMR preferred. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Day Hours:

Generally M-F, with varying hours in an 8-hour workday.

Submit resumes to: SouzaL@upstate.edu

Submit resumes to: SouzaL@upstate.edu

Certified Athletic Trainer-Full Time

Position Responsibilities:
• Proficient in casting and splinting applications and associated procedures
• Proficient in dressing changes, associated applications and suture removal
• Consistently orders and manages casting supplies to ensure adequate inventory
• Educate patients and caregivers of specific care related to casts, splints, dressings, and durable medical equipment
• Maintain appropriate levels of casting and splinting supplies
• Fit patients and give appropriate instruction on a variety of DME
• Familiar and proficient in EPIC EMR and BREG DME Dispensing software systems
• Knowledgeable and familiar with billing and insurance procedures and is capable of anticipating doctor’s and patient’s needs while performing on a multi task level
• Assists patient care staff with rooming patients and performing vital signs as needed and available
• Facilitates patient flow by coordinating patient care in a timely and efficient manner
• Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with all HIPAA rules and regulations
• Available for Ortho Now evening coverage as needed
• Available for occasional per diem work at Bishop Grimes High School as needed

Requirements:
• Current Athletic Training Certification
• Current New York State Athletic Training Licensure
• Current CPR and AED certification

Work day hours: Generally Monday-Friday, 8 hour day

Submit resumes to: gallik@upstate.edu