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 person will be involved in a wide spectrum of tasks focused around assisting the Physician in all minor in office procedures.
Medical Assistant Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):
- 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.
Medical Assistant Required Skills and Experience:
- 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).
Medical Assistant Benefits Offered:
- Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available).
- Life Insurance.
- Disability Insurance.
- 401(k) plan with Company Match.
- Employee Discount Program.
- Paid Time Off.
- Paid Holidays.
Medical Assistant Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing this role, the employee must 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.