Temporary Medical Assistant
About The Position
For over 55 years, we have been considered one of the innovative world leaders in enhancing and improving care for foot and ankle medical conditions, sports medicine, and clinical programs. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in a patient-focused environment by providing the most advanced and knowledgeable foot and ankle care. WFA has experienced phenomenal growth, with expansion into four states and a future dedicated to continued growth. As our family expands, we live and work by our core values: integrity, excellence, trust, caring, tradition, and innovation. LOCATION: This position is based in our Tinley Park & Lemont offices as the Medical Assistant travels daily to the office where the physician sees patients; local travel may be required to other locations within your assigned geographic region. REPORTS TO: Practice Operations Manager We are seeking a temporary full-time Medical Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the physician to provide high-quality patient care and support daily clinical operations.
Requirements
- 2 years in a healthcare position desired.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Committed to continuous performance improvement
- Patient-focused with the ability to work independently
- Capability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment
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 are to support the physician and team with patient care activities.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- HSA with Employer Contribution
- FSA
- Generous PTO Program
- 401k 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
