Podiatry Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures

US Foot & Ankle Specialists; Forked River (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Single & Family)

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 alongside our podiatrists, providing hands-on patient care and supporting physicians in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

You'll receive hands-on training and ongoing clinical development, making this a great opportunity for someone with CMA/RMA certification or looking to grow their clinical skills. This role requires traveling between local office locations as needed and proficiency with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant program or 1+ year clinical experience.
• CMA or RMA certification preferred.
• Experience with medical terminology and insurance processes preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365.

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 (nail care, callus removal, diabetic shoe fitting).
• 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

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or 1+ year clinical experience

CMA or RMA certification preferred

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 alongside our podiatrists, providing hands-on patient care and supporting physicians in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

You'll receive hands-on training and ongoing clinical development, making this a great opportunity for someone with CMA/RMA certification or looking to grow their clinical skills. This role requires traveling between local office locations as needed and proficiency with