Medical Assistant - Urgent Hire Needed

Weil Foot & Ankle Institute; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

HSA with Employer Contribution

Generous PTO Program

401k with a 4% Match

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Weil Foot & Ankle Institute is seeking a hard-working medical assistant to work with physicians in Sacramento. The role involves performing various clinical and administrative duties to fulfill patient needs and ensure smooth patient flow.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, critical thinking skills, and experience in medical assisting. Benefits include medical and dental plans, 401k with a match, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience in patient care and maintaining accurate files.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients on the phone and in person.
• Assist and set up for examinations and procedures.
• Maintain a sanitized and safe working environment.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Strong computer skills

Knowledge of basic medical procedures

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy

Strong organizational skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Current CPR Certification

Certification from an approved medical assistant program

Tools

EMR Experience

Microsoft Office

Job description

Premier Podiatry & Orthopedics is a leading podiatry practice in the Sacramento area dedicated to helping people of all ages and lifestyles get back to enjoying the activities they love.

Our team is looking for a hard‑working medical assistant who will work with the physicians and other members of the practice by performing a variety of clinical and administrative duties. This person will work to fulfill patient needs and ensure smooth patient flow within the practice.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Greet patients on the phone and in person
• Place patients in the exam rooms
• Take vital signs of patients
• Assist and set up for examination, treatment, and procedures
• Keep accurate patient files
• Apply dressing, bandages, and splints as ordered by podiatrist
• Maintain a sanitized and safe working environment
• Maintain HIPAA compliance

Requirements

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills and use of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of basic medical procedures such as dressing a wound
• Strong communication skills and ability to actively listen
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
• Strong organizational and clerical skills to maintain patient files and perform office duties
• Customer service skills
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
• Certification from an approved medical assistant program or equivalent combination of training
• EMR Experience; ModMed experience is a plus

Benefits Of Working With Balance Health

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• FSA
• Generous PTO Program
• 401k with a 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability