Medical Assistant

Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia LLC•Marietta, GA

11d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant works in the clinic back office of a podiatry practice, supporting the physician and helping the office run efficiently. The role includes preparing and rooming patients, recording vitals and medical histories in Epic, assisting with examinations and procedures, performing specified podiatric treatments under physician direction, and supporting clinic operations. Duties also include scheduling surgeries, handling patient messages and phone documentation, maintaining inventory, cleaning exam areas, and processing instruments for sterilization. Light travel to other offices may be required for business needs. The position involves frequent patient interaction and computer use, as well as physical work such as standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting and assisting patients. Tasks may include casting and bandaging, taking radiographs, handling supplies and equipment, instrument processing, and maintaining clean treatment rooms. Responsibilities may change, and employees are expected to follow organizational policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with patients and clinic staff.
Ability to use a computer and keyboard for extended periods.
Ability to assist patients with transfers and support, with other staff members as needed.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and lifting.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examination by taking vitals and recording medical history in Epic.
Escort patients to and from exam rooms and assist them 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.
Cast for orthotics and apply below-knee casts, low-Dye strapping, and Unna boots.
Perform nail debridement and callus/corn debridement.
Perform dressing changes.
Perform X-rays and assist with patient positioning.
Document phone calls, return patient messages, and complete in-baskets.
Update logs.
Order, sort, store, and restock medical supplies and exam rooms.
Clean exam areas and rooms, maintain office supplies, and remove trash.
Prepare, clean, package, and sterilize instruments and equipment.
Assist front office staff when needed, including greeting patients, answering phones, data entry, appointment scheduling, and manual insurance verification.
Perform other duties determined appropriate by management.