Medical Assistant at US Foot & Ankle Specialists

Gastonia, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Preparation, Vital Signs, EMR Documentation, Minor Procedure Assistance, Podiatric Services, Insurance Verification, Pre-authorizations, Prescription Processing, Instrument Sterilization, HIPAA Compliance, Microsoft 365, Customer Service, Medical Terminology, Multitasking, Teamwork, Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

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 * 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

Responsibilities

Provide essential clinical and administrative support to physicians and patients in a fast-paced office. Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, assisting with minor podiatric procedures, and managing back-office operations.