Podiatry Medical Assistant

St. Joseph's Health; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Wayne, NJ seeks a Podiatric Medical Assistant to support podiatric providers and the clinical team by assisting with patient care, casting, splinting, bracing, and patient flow.

The role also covers documentation and administrative functions, following organizational policy. The Medical Assistant applies and removes casts and devices under supervision and complies with New Jersey law and credentialing.

Qualifications

• Assist with patient care under supervision.
• Apply/remove casts, splints and orthopedic devices.
• Follow NJ law and organizational policy for scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Support podiatric providers and the clinical team.
• Manage patient flow and documentation.
• Perform casting related duties under supervision.
• Handle administrative tasks as directed.

Skills

Patient care

Casting

Splinting

Bracing

Documentation

Administrative tasks

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.