Podiatry Assistant - Orthopedics

WellSpan Health; York (York County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

WellSpan Health in York, PA, within the Orthopedics department, seeks a team member to provide safe, therapeutic care to podiatry patients, assist in direct patient care, perform treatments, and operate imaging and therapy equipment as directed by the provider.

This full‑time role participates in patient-centered workflows and may involve instruction to patients and families, with duties varying by specialty needs.

Job description

Unit/department/service line: Orthopedics

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday day shift

Weekend Requirement: None

Holiday Requirement: None

Call Requirement: None

General Summary

Provides safe, therapeutic, and efficient care and services to podiatry patients. Assists in direct patient care, performs treatments, administers medications (if qualified and appropriately supervised), operates and obtains x-rays, obtain Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) & Pulse Volume Recording (PVR) studies, operate laser treatment equipment, fit, and dispense durable medical equipment, and instructs patients and their families in appropriate care, as directed by their provider. Is an active team participant in the patient-centered practice, by aiding in the development of office workflows that support patient centered care. Specific clinical duties and responsibilities can vary depending on the needs of the specialty.