- Advanced and strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to accurately interpret and utilize medical terminology and Strong Medical Terminology Knowledge.
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills: capability to work with students, faculty, coworkers, diverse population of staff, volunteers and patients.
- Exceptional verbal and written communications skills and the ability to convey information between the patients and physicians in a professional and effective manner.
- Prepare patients skin for minor surgery, following the physician's directions.
- Assist physicians in minor orthopedic procedures and performs patient care follo-ups.
- Apply dressing after minor surgery.
- Advanced orthopedic device knowledge.
- Maintain and clean equipment and work ares after each use to keep a safe work environment.
- Self-directed with analytical decision making skills: Ability to work with little or no supervision.
| - Trained in Suture removal with strong hand-eye coordination.
- Trained in Proper sterilization techniques and maintaining the sterile field for the surgical procedure.
- Trained in creating and maintaining electronic medical records.
- Computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.
- Has deep understanding of legal concepts and maintains strict patient confidentiality.
- Team player with positive attitude and strong work ethic, calm and level-headed under duress.
- Understands mobility assistance needs of the patients.
- Extensive knowledge of HMOs, Medicare and Medi-Cal.
- Bilingual: Fluent in Tamil and English, with extensive experience in transcribing, document creation, audio translations and editing in both languages.
- Good judgement and excellent critical thinking ability to handle difficult situations and quickly solve the problems.
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