Biologics Program Coordinator

Join Our Team at Peachtree Orthopedics and Help Others "Get Better"
At Peachtree Orthopedics, we're on a mission to make a difference in healthcare, and we're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. With 9 convenient offices across Greater Atlanta, we're committed to providing top-notch care and your skills and passion can make a real impact. We're not the largest practice in Atlanta, but we take pride in delivering dedicated and compassionate care to everyone who walks through our doors. If you're ready to be part of a team that values your contribution and offers room for growth, consider joining us in our mission to help others "Get Better."

Our Culture
Peachtree Orthopedics has a rich history of 70 years in business and has earned recognition as a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal Constitution for 5 consecutive years. We take pride in our family-oriented, dedicated, passionate, and hardworking culture. When you join our team, you become a part of a community that values excellence in healthcare while working in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Why Choose Peachtree Orthopedics?
At Peachtree Orthopedics, we offer more than a job; we offer an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary:

• Limitless Growth: Propel your career with abundant professional development opportunities within our dynamic organization.
• Empathetic Culture: Immerse yourself in a supportive, lively work culture that values your well-being and celebrates your contributions.
• Dedication to Excellence: Join a team of like-minded individuals who share your commitment to delivering top-notch care to our cherished patients.

Location: float to multiple offices in the metro Atlanta area
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4:00pm (hours may vary)
Job Type: Full time

Your Impactful Role
Peachtree Orthopedics is seeking a dedicated and professional person to join our dynamic Biologics Team. This role plays a critical part in the growth and optimization of our Biologics Program, working closely with physicians, clinical staff, patients, and vendors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in phlebotomy and a passion for improving patient care within an evolving medical environment. As the Biologics Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing stock, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring staff are trained in the latest protocols and best practices. You will also act as a key point of contact between patients, vendors, and internal teams to streamline biologic procedures and facilitate the smooth operation of the program.

• Perform accurate and efficient blood draws for all biologic procedures.
• Oversee and maintain the inventory of biological materials, ensuring proper stock levels and storage conditions.
• Ensure all laboratory equipment is well-maintained, calibrated, and compliant with safety standards. Including sterility for the lab and procedures.
• Coordinate and train clinical staff on the different procedures and how to place an order for a procedure.
• Train staff on EMR documentation and authorization for biologics and injectables.
• Serve as the main point of contact for patients, clinical staff, and vendors regarding all biologic procedures.
• Serve as a resource for patients with questions regarding procedure, price, pre/post-procedure care.
• Coordinate procedures and appointments with physicians, patients, vendors/reps, and facility.
• Assist physician with biologic procedures in office or in surgery. Ensure proper use of equipment (i.e., centrifuge), proper protocol for biological procedures.
• Requires traveling to different satellite locations. Possibility of multiple locations in one day.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and safety guidelines in handling biologic samples.
• Manage consent forms for all biologics procedures to ensure compliance.
• Apply post procedure dressings, perform dressing changes.
• Provide patients with educational material regarding procedures, after care and expected outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to streamline processes and improve the efficiency of the biologics program.
• Provide excellent patient care and support, ensuring a comfortable and informative experience.
• Assist with inventory and appropriate billing of biologics and injectables.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards regarding blood borne pathogens.
• Monitor biohazardous waste and prepare for disposal.
• Manage entry and compliance of patients into patient reported outcomes tool for research purposes.
• Assist with new and ongoing research (data collection, analysis)
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information per HIPAA.
• Travel to Peachtree Orthopedics satellite locations as required for procedures and material management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year lab or clinic experience in a healthcare setting.
• Phlebotomist Certification required
• Bachelor’s degree in science or related field (Biology, Chemistry, Pre-Med), or equivalent certification (RN, LPN, Phlebotomist). 
• Proficient computer skills and excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Other Requirements

• American Heart Association’s Certification- BLS Certified
• Bachelor’s degrees in science field and/or Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Lab Technician, or Certified Phlebotomist.
• Continuing education and/or license renewal is required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, as travel to different locations is required.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel; and to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. May be required to travel to one or more satellite locations depending on staffing changes. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Peachtree Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.