Medical Assistant - Podiatry - Premium Pay

Community Health Network • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists providers at an ambulatory health care site by facilitating patient visits and procedures, routine laboratory tests, referrals, and quality outcomes for the practice population. The role also participates in Network quality initiatives related to best practices. In the Podiatry Specialty, employees receive $1.00 per hour more than in other offices after obtaining additional credentials; certification fees are reimbursed, with reimbursement processed quickly. Hiring is available in multiple regions.

Requirements

• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program, or a high school diploma and one year of Medical Assistant experience in a physician practice.
• PMAC Medical Assistant certification required within six months of hire.
• Radiology licensure required within six months of hire.
• Ability to collaborate with others in a team setting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Positive attitude toward problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient use, including cleaning and stocking supplies.
• Room patients and manage efficient flow of the provider’s caseload.
• Obtain vital signs, perform EKGs, and collect specimens as needed.
• Document care using the EPIC EMR system.
• Perform Point of Care Testing based on the patient’s chief complaint and available protocols.
• Process referrals and medication refills.
• Maintain positive relationships with patients, providers, and staff.
• Assist providers with patient visits, procedures, routine laboratory tests, referrals, and quality outcomes.
• Participate in Network quality initiatives regarding best practices.

Benefits

• Podiatry Specialty pays $1.00 per hour more than other offices after obtaining additional credentials.
• Reimbursement for certification fees, processed quickly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED