Medical Assistant - Podiatry

St. Joseph's Health; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in New Jersey seeks a Podiatric Medical Assistant to support podiatric providers and the clinical team with patient care, documentation, and administrative tasks.

The role involves applying and removing casts, splints, braces, and other orthopedic devices under a licensed provider's direction, while adhering to policy and competency standards. This position emphasizes teamwork within the department and efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care, casting, splinting, bracing, and documentation.
• Manages patient flow and administrative functions under supervision.
• Casts, splints, strapping, and orthopedic devices applied/removed under a licensed provider's direction per policy and competency.

Job description

The Podiatric Medical Assistant – supports Podiatric providers and the clinical team by assisting with patient care, casting, splinting, bracing, patient flow, documentation, and administrative functions. This role is responsible for applying and removing casts, splints, strapping, and orthopedic devices under the direction of a licensed provider and in accordance with organizational policy, training, and demonstrated competency.
The Medical Assistant does not independently assess, diagnose, determine treatment plans, determine the type of cast or splint required, perform reductions or manipulations, administer medications or injections, or perform venipuncture unless properly qualified and authorized under New Jersey law and organizational policy.