Lead Medical Assistant - Podiatry, X-ray & Care Coordination

Silversmith Capital Partners; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits: medical, dental, 2?

Work life balance

Supportive interdisciplinary team

Job summary

Upperline Health is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant to support physicians in delivering complex care within a clinic setting. The role is based in our Cleveland, TN clinic and involves a mix of clinical and administrative tasks, with flexibility to work with a broad care team.

The ideal candidate has podiatry or orthopedic clinic exposure, x-ray duties, and strong EMR skills. Candidates should be team players, possess excellent communication, and be available for travel to nearby clinics as

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Podiatry or Orthopedic clinic experience preferred.
• X-ray experience is a plus.
• Clinical care coordination or care management experience is ideal.
• Experience assisting or providing care to geriatric patients is preferred.
• Excellent computer skills and strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Previous experience working in an EMR; preferably athenahealth.
• Must be an effective communicator with excellent grammar and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional customer service highly preferred.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Place patients in exam rooms; ensure readiness and comfort for physician.
• Complete exam intake: medical history, social, surgical history, and current illness.
• Complete vitals and documentation in EMR (athenahealth).
• Provide patient care under podiatric physician; assist in exam room and take x-rays as needed.
• Perform daily administrative tasks like restocking exam rooms and disposing of trash.
• Clean and sterilize exam and x-ray rooms after each patient and daily.
• Equipment sterilization procedures.
• Conduct health assessments and visits with Upperline Plus patients.
• Telephonic outreach and engagement with Upperline Plus patients for preventative care.
• Care coordination activities: medical records requests, referrals, scheduling, etc.
• Travel to surrounding clinics to provide support if needed.
• Other related duties as deemed necessary by Upperline Health.

Skills

Medical Assistant

Podiatry/Orthopedic clinic experience

X-ray experience

Care coordination

Geriatric care

EMR (Athenahealth)

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Reliable transportation

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

Athenahealth EMR

Job description

Upperline Health is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant to support physicians in delivering complex care within a clinic setting. The role is based in our Cleveland, TN clinic and involves a mix of clinical and administrative tasks, with flexibility to work with a broad care team.

The ideal candidate has podiatry or orthopedic clinic exposure, x-ray duties, and strong EMR skills. Candidates should be team players, possess excellent communication, and be available for travel to nearby clinics as