Medical Assistant
About The Position
1Foot 2 Foot is powered by Weil Foot & Ankle Institute (WFAI), an organization with more than 55 years of experience providing foot and ankle care, sports medicine, and clinical programs. WFAI's mission is to improve quality of life in a patient-focused environment through advanced and knowledgeable care. The organization operates in five states and plans to continue expanding, guided by values including integrity, excellence, trust, caring, tradition, and innovation. The Medical Assistant works alongside a physician to support patient care and office operations. The role is primarily based at the Hampton office and travels daily between the Hampton and Harbour View locations, with occasional local travel to other sites in the assigned geographic region. A typical schedule is Monday through Friday. Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between assigned sites are required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Critical-thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
- Strong computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of basic medical procedures, such as dressing a wound.
- Strong communication skills and ability to actively listen.
- Strong organizational and clerical skills to maintain patient files and perform office duties.
- Customer service skills.
- Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel between sites as assigned.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assistant certification.
- Two years of experience in a healthcare position.
- Higher or continuing education.
Responsibilities
- Interview patients to gather medical history and update medical records.
- Collect basic vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, height, weight, and pulse.
- Prepare treatment rooms and patients for examinations.
- Sterilize instruments and set up trays for in-office procedures.
- Manage medical supplies and materials and coordinate with the operational leader to order inventory.
- Take x-rays.
- Cross-train to cover front desk activities when needed.
- Support the physician and team with patient care activities.
- Assist with scheduling patients' next appointments and managing patient schedules.
- Assist with office duties.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Generous paid time off program.
- 401(k) with a 3% match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
