Medical Assistant

Balance Health•Grand Rapids, MI

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Foot and Ankle Specialists of West Michigan, powered by Weil Foot & Ankle Institute, is seeking a Medical Assistant to work alongside the physician and assist with patient care. This role involves taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, verifying patient information, assisting with in-office procedures, and scheduling appointments. The Medical Assistant will also manage patient schedules and support general office duties. Weil Foot & Ankle Institute has a long-standing reputation as an innovative leader in foot and ankle care, sports medicine, and clinical programs, with a mission to enhance patient quality of life through advanced and knowledgeable care.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Basic knowledge of computers and office equipment
Possess good communication and strong customer service skills
Self-directed and willing to take initiative
Patient-focused
Proven ability to prioritize and organize
Committed to continuous performance improvement
Capability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel from site to site, as assigned

Nice To Haves

2 years in a healthcare field preferred

Responsibilities

Interview patients to gather medical history and update medical records
Gather basic vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, height, weight, and pulse
Prepare treatment rooms and patients for exam
Sterilize instruments and set up in-office procedure trays
Manage medical supplies and materials and work with their operational leader to order necessary inventory
Take x-rays
Perform administrative tasks and become cross-trained on front desk responsibilities to provide support when needed
Other duties assigned to support the physician and team with patient care activities