What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Foot & Ankle Specialists?
Job Description
Job Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION :
The Medical Assistant (MA) supports physicians and other members of the health care team by performing a variety of back office patient related tasks and ensuring a quality patient experience. MA's will accomplish this by following the policies, procedures, and protocols set forth by the Foot and Ankle Specialists (FAS) and supporting the company's vision and values.
POSITION DUTIES :
Always exhibits professional behavior.
- Smiles and helps patients feel comfortable. Provides a great patient experience.
- Room and interview patients.
- Obtain X-ray images and perform ABI tests.
- Trim and debride toenails, remove bandages and sutures. Perform treatments such as Shockwaves, lasers, and taping.
- Assists the doctor by being in the room while they are with the patient. Send prescriptions prescribed by the doctor. Prepare for and assist with procedures.
- Fill out consent forms, DME dispensing forms, and all other required documentation.
Collect and prepare specimens being sent to the lab and provide proper documentation in the doctor's note.
Fit patients with DME's (boots, braces, night splits, etc).
Complete the doctors note (chief complaint, medication list, physical exam, assessment, and plan).
Update the patient's chart with the medications, allergies, medical conditions, surgeries, changes in health, as well as other tracking info set forth by FAS.
JOB REQUIREMENTS :
Education : High School Diploma
Experience : 1-2 years (preferred but not required)
License / Certification : CMA (preferred but not required)
Working Environment : Works medical office. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Works between 7-9 hours per day. Will be required to use proper personal protective equipment.
REPORTING STRUCTURE :
Directly Reports to : Office Manager
Indirectly Reports to : Administration
Number of Individuals supervised : None
