Podiatry Medical Assistant - Hands-on Care & Growth

U.S. Foot and Ankle Specialists; Bluefield (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Employee Discount Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

US Foot & Ankle Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our podiatry practice. You will work directly with patients, support physicians, and thrive in a team-driven outpatient setting.

You will gain hands-on clinical training, assist with procedures, manage vitals and EMR documentation, and help with post-operative care across multiple sites. Excellent customer service and HIPAA compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR 1+ year of clinical experience.
• CMA or RMA certification preferred.
• Experience with medical terminology.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Detail-oriented, professional, and patient-focused.
• Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Responsibilities

• Welcome, room, and prepare patients for exams and in-office procedures
• Take vitals, update medical histories, record medications/allergies, and document in the EMR
• Assist physicians with minor procedures, post-op care, digital X-rays, and basic podiatric services
• Apply dressings, DME, and provide patient instructions and education
• Manage lab specimens, complete insurance verifications and pre-authorizations, and process prescriptions as directed
• Make post-operative phone calls, answer patient questions, and provide excellent customer service
• Open, prep, clean, and close exam rooms; sterilize instruments; manage inventory and supplies
• Maintain accurate documentation, support back-office operations, and ensure HIPAA compliance

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Microsoft 365

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or 1+ year clinical experience

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

US Foot & Ankle Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our podiatry practice. You will work directly with patients, support physicians, and thrive in a team-driven outpatient setting.

You will gain hands-on clinical training, assist with procedures, manage vitals and EMR documentation, and help with post-operative care across multiple sites. Excellent customer service and HIPAA compliance are essential.