Medical Assistant / Health and Wellness Coordinator

Upperline Health Inc; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Assistant / Health and Wellness Coordinator to support physicians in delivering complex health services. The role involves patient care, administrative tasks, and coordination of health services in a clinic setting. Ideal candidates should have experience in podiatry or orthopedics, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Join a mission-driven team focused on patient-centered care with competitive compensation and generous benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

PTO

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Previous Medical Assistant experience; MA certification preferred.
• Experience in clinical care coordination or care management.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for appointments and ensuring their comfort.
• Conducting health assessments and managing visits.
• Providing patient care under physician supervision.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMR Systems

Job description

Medical Assistant / Health and Wellness Coordinator

Job Category: Clinic

Requisition Number: MEDIC001816

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• Posted: May 15, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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ABOUT US

A Specialty Path to Good Health

Upperline Health is the nation’s largest provider group dedicated to lower extremity, wound, and vascular care. Founded in 2017, our goal is to transform specialty care by integrating value-based care models. We offer a more efficient path for patients to receive consistent and effective treatment for chronic illnesses.

Triage is temporary.

Treatment is transformative.

Our providers coordinate care among a team of specialists—physicians, advanced practice providers, care navigators, pharmacists, dieticians, and social workers—to deliver integrated treatment that addresses both immediate and long-term health needs. We prioritize patient-centered, value-based care.

Why join our team?

• Mission-driven and patient-focused environment
• Competitive compensation with potential monthly team bonuses based on clinic metrics
• Generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, and parental leave
• Work-life balance with regular weekday hours
• Supportive regional and corporate teams

About the Medical Assistant / Health and Wellness Coordinator Role

We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and driven Medical Assistant / Health and Wellness Coordinator to assist our physicians in delivering complex health services in the clinic. This position is based in our Danville, KY office and involves supporting physicians with clinical and administrative tasks.

The role requires flexibility, problem-solving skills, and teamwork. Ideal candidates will have podiatry or orthopedic experience and x-ray skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing patients for appointments and ensuring their comfort
• Completing exam intake, including reviewing medical, social, surgical histories, and current health issues
• Conducting health assessments and managing visits with Upperline Plus patients in Podiatry Clinics
• Telephonic outreach to coordinate ongoing preventative care
• Care coordination tasks such as medical records requests, order management, scheduling, and referrals
• Accurate charting and documentation
• Providing patient care under physician supervision, including taking and developing x-rays and assisting during exams
• Daily administrative tasks like stocking exam rooms and cleaning
• Supporting quality measures and audits
• Identifying community resources for patients
• Traveling to nearby clinics as needed
• Connecting patients with extended care team members like Nurse Practitioners and Care Navigators

Qualifications:

• Previous Medical Assistant experience; MA certification preferred
• Podiatry or Orthopedic clinic experience is highly desirable
• X-ray experience is a plus
• Experience in clinical care coordination or care management
• Experience assisting adult and geriatric patients
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience with EMR systems, preferably athenahealth
• Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Empathetic, professional, and customer service-oriented
• Reliable transportation, ability to pass background and drug tests

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401K, and PTO options.

Compensation

Competitive and based on experience and regional standards.

Job Type: Full-time

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more details, see the "Know Your Rights" notice from the Department of Labor.