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Medical Assistant

US Foot & Ankle Specialists · Charlottesville, VA · 2 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the Role

The Medical Assistant provides essential support and administrative services to the office, the doctors, and the patients in a fast-paced doctor’s office. This role involves assisting the Physician with a wide spectrum of tasks, including minor in-office procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome, room, and prepare patients for exams and in-office procedures
  • Take vitals, update medical histories, record medications/allergies, and document in the EMR
  • Assist physicians with minor procedures, post-op care, digital X-rays, and basic podiatric services (nail care, callus removal, diabetic shoe fitting)
  • Apply dressings, DME, and provide patient instructions and education
  • Manage lab specimens, complete insurance verifications and pre-authorizations, and process prescriptions as directed
  • Make post-operative phone calls, answer patient questions, and provide excellent customer service
  • Open, prep, clean, and close exam rooms; sterilize instruments; manage inventory and supplies
  • Maintain accurate documentation, support back-office operations, and ensure HIPAA compliance

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR 1+ year of clinical experience
  • CMA or RMA certification preferred
  • Experience with medical terminology and insurance processes (preferred)
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinic environment
  • Detail-oriented, professional, and patient-focused
  • Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed
  • Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Benefits

  • Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available)
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) plan with Company Match
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

  • Regularly sit, talk, hear, and use hands to write, type, or operate office equipment
  • Occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell
  • Perform repetitive motions, including reaching overhead and typing
  • Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Maintain peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustments

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