Medical Assistant

Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia LLC•Stonecrest, GA

13d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant works in the clinic back office of a podiatry practice, supporting the physician and helping the medical office run efficiently. The role involves preparing and rooming patients, recording vital signs and medical histories in Epic, assisting with clinical procedures, and performing podiatry-related care such as casting, dressing changes, debridement, and X-rays. The position also includes scheduling surgeries, communicating with patients, documenting messages and calls, maintaining supplies and equipment, processing instruments, and keeping examination and treatment areas clean. The work requires frequent interaction with patients and clinic staff, regular computer use, and physical activity including sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and lifting. Duties may include assisting patients with mobility and transfers, handling supplies and equipment, preparing casts and orthotics, positioning patients for radiographs, and supporting the physician during procedures. Light travel to other offices may be required for business needs. Duties may change as determined by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with patients and clinic staff.
Ability to use a computer and keyboard for extended periods and to type and communicate verbally.
Ability to perform the physical duties described, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and lifting.
Ability to assist patients with transfers and mobility, with support from other staff members.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience.
Medical Assistant certification.
Epic experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations by taking vital signs and recording medical history in Epic.
Escort patients to and from examination rooms and assist patients with getting into and out of treatment chairs.
Comply with OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
Schedule surgeries by coordinating with surgical centers, verifying times with patients, and preparing charts, pre-admission forms, and consent forms.
Assist the physician with procedures and provide injections as directed by the physician.
Cast for orthotics and apply below-knee casts, low-dye strapping, and Unna boots.
Perform nail debridement and callus/corn debridement, and complete dressing changes.
Perform X-rays and assist with patient and foot positioning.
Document phone calls, return patient messages, and complete in-baskets.
Update logs.
Order, sort, store, and restock supplies and examination rooms.
Clean examination areas, set up instruments and equipment, and clean the sterilizer.
Process, package, and sterilize instruments after patient visits.
Maintain back-office supplies and clean rooms and other office areas, including removing trash.
Assist front-office staff when needed and perform manual insurance verifications.
Perform other duties considered appropriate by management.