Medical Assistant - (Podiatry Clinic)

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or one (1) year of experience in a clinical setting.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of healthcare education coursework.
• One (1) year of healthcare experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms; prepares for physician visits by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies.
• Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and sets up referral contacts as needed.
• Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow‑up expectations.
• Maintains quality‑control testing logs as required.
• Ensures all medical equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
• Performs office administrative tasks, including answering phones, taking messages, copying, printing, data entry, and assisting with cash deposits and other closing duties.

Physical Requirements

Medium work – exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Ability to bend, stoop, reach, rotate, stand, and walk for an 8‑12 hour shift.

Working Environment

• Collaborative setting with close interaction with others.
• Protracted or irregular hours.
• Exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases.
• Working with hands in water.
• Potential travel between facilities.

Skills and Abilities

• Use and care of equipment including printers, embossers, and computers.
• Effective communication with staff and patients.
• Adaptability to changing environments.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Organize and prioritize work.

Additional Information

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.
• Non‑exempt position (United States of America).