Medical Assistant

US Foot & Ankle Specialists; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Employee Discount Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Foot & Ankle Surgical Associates, a division of US Foot & Ankle Specialists, is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join our podiatry team. You will work directly with physicians to provide hands-on patient care in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The role offers hands-on training, opportunities to build clinical skills, and a collaborative team environment focused on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program or 1+ year clinical experience.
• CMA or RMA certification preferred.
• Experience with medical terminology and insurance processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients, room them, take vitals, and prepare them for exams.
• Assist physicians with injections, wound care, minor procedures, and in-office surgeries.
• Apply DME, take X-rays, prepare and submit lab specimens.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and stock supplies.
• Provide patient education and follow-up communication.
• Support scheduling, check-in/check-out, and insurance verifications.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Microsoft 365

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

1+ year clinical experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Foot & Ankle Surgical Associates, a division of US Foot & Ankle Specialists, is seeking a compassionate and dependable Medical Assistant to join our growing podiatry team.

As a Medical Assistant, you will work directly alongside our physicians to provide hands-on patient care in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships with patients, supporting providers during procedures, and being part of a collaborative clinical team.

Our Medical Assistants receive hands-on training and ongoing clinical education to help you build your skills and succeed in the role.

What You'll Do:

• Welcome patients, room them, take vitals, update medical history, and prepare them for exams
• Assist physicians with injections, wound care, nail care, minor procedures, and in-office surgeries
• Apply DME, strappings, and pads; take X-rays; prepare and submit lab specimens
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure clinical supplies are stocked
• Provide patient education and follow-up communication
• Support scheduling, patient check-in/check-out, and other administrative tasks as needed
• Verify insurance, referrals, and authorizations
• Maintain accurate patient records through EMR documentation, scanning, and data entry
• Support billing follow-ups, orthotics tracking, and daily office operations

What We're Looking For:

• 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 and insurance processes (preferred)
• 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)

Pay Range:

• $20 - $22 per hour, based on experience

Why Join US Foot & Ankle Specialists?

• Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available)
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Disability Insurance
  
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
  
• Employee Discount Program
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Paid Holidays

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