Southern NH Health - Medical Assistant - Orthopedics Surgery - Full time

Join Our Orthopedic Surgery Team at Southern New Hampshire Health!

Since 1893, Southern New Hampshire Health has been a trusted healthcare leader, anchored by our 188-bed, DNV-accredited Medical Center in downtown Nashua. With a Level III-N trauma center, Level II Special Care Nursery, and Magnet®-recognized nursing excellence, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care across southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts. Our expansive network includes 500+ providers and 70+ practices through Foundation Medical Partners, ensuring coordinated, patient-centered care for thousands each year.

About the Role:
Medical Assistant – Orthopedic Surgery Practice

As a Medical Assistant in our Orthopedic Surgery Practice, you’ll support patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions by providing both clinical and administrative assistance under the supervision of a provider and Practice Manager. You’ll work closely with orthopedic surgeons and specialists to assist with pre- and post-operative care, imaging coordination, casting and splinting, patient education, and follow-up visits. This role blends hands-on clinical support with compassionate patient interaction to ensure seamless, high-quality care throughout the surgical journey.

What You’ll Do:

• Support orthopedic surgeons in delivering in-person, telephone, and telehealth care
• Assist with casting, splinting, wound care, and post-operative dressing changes
• Coordinate imaging studies and surgical scheduling
• Document patient history, procedures, and test results accurately in the EMR
• Prepare patients for joint injections, minor procedures, and surgical consults
• Educate patients on surgical prep, recovery expectations, and rehabilitation plans
• Assist with pre-visit planning, test coordination, and post-op follow-up
• Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines
• Perform administrative tasks including scheduling, patient service, and medical records support
• Participate in mentoring/training new staff and completing annual skills competencies

Who You Are:

• High school diploma or GED required; MA program or 3+ years’ experience preferred
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• RMA or CMA (AAMA) preferred
• Familiar with medical terminology, EMRs, and clinical workflows
• Bonus: knowledge of orthopedic procedures and surgical care
• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and a true team player

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision & prescription coverage
• Disability, life, and even pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement & Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions

• Generous earned time accrual & more!

Southern New Hampshire Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.