Podiatry Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Training

Affiliated Podiatrists LTD; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; 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 contribute to a fast-paced outpatient team.

In this role, you will gain hands-on clinical training, handle vitals, assist with procedures, and manage post-op care. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with some local travel between offices as needed.

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 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

Teamwork

Multitasking

HIPAA compliance

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program OR 1+ year clinical experience

CMA or RMA certification preferred

Tools

EMR system

Digital X-ray

Sterilization equipment

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 contribute to a fast-paced outpatient team.

In this role, you will gain hands-on clinical training, handle vitals, assist with procedures, and manage post-op care. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with some local travel between offices as needed.