Medical Assistant

US-Foot-and-Ankle-Specialist; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Single & Family)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Employee Discount Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

US Foot & Ankle Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant to support podiatry clinicians in a fast-paced outpatient setting. You will take vitals, assist with procedures, manage EMR documentation, and ensure patient education and follow-up communications.

The ideal candidate has MA training or 1+ year clinical experience, and CMA/RMA certification is preferred. Office-based role with potential to travel between local locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR 1+ year of clinical experience.
• CMA or RMA certification preferred.
• Experience with medical terminology.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Detail-oriented, professional, and patient-focused.
• Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Welcome, room, and prepare patients for exams and in-office procedures.
• Take vitals, update medical histories, record medications/allergies, and document in the EMR.
• Assist physicians with minor procedures, post-op care, digital X-rays, and basic podiatric services.
• Apply dressings, DME, and provide patient instructions and education.
• Manage lab specimens, complete insurance verifications and pre-authorizations, and process prescriptions as directed.
• Make post-operative phone calls, answer patient questions, and provide excellent customer service.
• Open, prep, clean, and close exam rooms; sterilize instruments; manage inventory and supplies.
• Maintain accurate documentation, support back-office operations, and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

High School Diploma / GED

Medical Assistant program

CMA or RMA certification

Medical terminology

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Travel between locations

Microsoft 365

Education

Medical Assistant certification or diploma

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

US Foot & Ankle Specialists is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our growing podiatry practice. If you enjoy working directly with patients, supporting physicians, and being part of a team, we'd love to meet you!

You'll work alongside our podiatrists providing hands-on patient care in a professional, fast-paced outpatient setting. Hands-on training and ongoing clinical training are provided, making this a great opportunity for an experienced Medical Assistant or someone looking to grow their clinical skills.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

• Welcome, room, and prepare patients for exams and in-office procedures


• Take vitals, update medical histories, record medications/allergies, and document in the EMR


• Assist physicians with minor procedures, post-op care, digital X-rays, and basic podiatric services


• Apply dressings, DME, and provide patient instructions and education


• Manage lab specimens, complete insurance verifications and pre-authorizations, and process prescriptions as directed


• Make post-operative phone calls, answer patient questions, and provide excellent customer service


• Open, prep, clean, and close exam rooms; sterilize instruments; manage inventory and supplies


• Maintain accurate documentation, support back-office operations, and ensure HIPAA compliance

Required Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required


• Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR 1+ year of clinical experience


• CMA or RMA certification preferred


• Experience with medical terminology


• Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinic environment


• Detail-oriented, professional, and patient-focused


• Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed


• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Benefits Offered

• Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available)


• Life Insurance


• Disability Insurance


• 401(k) plan with Company Match


• Employee Discount Program


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Holidays

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing this role, the employee must regularly:

• Sit, talk, hear, and use hands to write, type, or operate office equipment


• Occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell


• Perform repetitive motions, including reaching overhead and typing


• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds


• Maintain peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustments

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