Medical Assistant

Nevada Foot and Ankle • Henderson, NV

12d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Las Vegas Foot and Ankle Centers, part of Balance Health, is hiring an experienced Medical Assistant to support physicians and the care team with clinical and administrative duties. The role focuses on creating a positive patient experience and maintaining efficient workflow in a busy, fast-paced practice. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week float position covering the Horizon Ridge and Eastern Ave. locations and the Gibson Rd. location at Henderson Hospital in Henderson, Nevada. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with availability required between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

The Medical Assistant supports routine clinical operations, patient flow, documentation, room and instrument preparation, and administrative tasks. The position may also cross-train for front-desk duties. Travel between practice locations may be required; mileage reimbursement and travel time are paid when travel between offices is required on the same day.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a professional medical office; podiatry experience is highly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to handle challenging situations with patience and professionalism.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with frequent changes.
• Effective time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills for professional interactions with patients, physicians, coworkers, and vendors.
• Reliability and punctuality to meet scheduled business needs.
• Experience working in a team environment and a collaborative approach.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Ability to accept constructive coaching and guidance.
• PC proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Reliable personal transportation and proof of insurance; ability to travel between practice locations as scheduled or needed, within up to a 10-mile radius.
• Legal proof of eligibility to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Ability to pass an in-depth background investigation, including a clean DMV report, and a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to use a computer consistently and sometimes view a screen for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

• Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential, or ability to obtain it.
• One year of wound-care experience.
• One year of experience working in a podiatry office.
• Experience using ModMed.
• Familiarity with healthcare terminology.
• Spanish-speaking ability.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and give injections; these are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical tasks to support the medical team.
• Obtain and confirm that prior authorizations are on record.
• Prepare and thoroughly clean exam rooms, sterilize medical instruments to standards, and prepare for minor or in-office surgical procedures.
• Escort patients to exam rooms.
• Manage patient flow in treatment rooms and assist doctors as needed.
• Address patient concerns with care, kindness, and professionalism.
• Communicate with insurance companies to support proper billing procedures.
• Document patient medical history accurately and promptly, including updating medication lists and scanning reports into patient charts.
• Order diabetic shoes, laboratory work, and pathology.
• Cross-train to assist the front desk.
• Use an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Complete administrative duties in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $18.00–$23.00 per hour, depending on relevant experience and certifications.
• Eligibility for the company benefit program beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment, provided a 30-hour work week is consistently maintained.
• Eligibility for the 401(k) program with company match beginning the first of the month after two months of employment.
• Mileage reimbursement and paid travel time when travel between offices is required on the same day.

What This Job Offers

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