Medical Assistant 2
US Foot & Ankle Specialists
Summary
US Foot & Ankle Specialists is looking for a Medical Assistant 2 to join our growing podiatry practice. If you enjoy working directly with patients, supporting physicians, and being part of a team, we'd love to meet you!
Job description
As a Medical Assistant 2, you'll support physicians with hands-on patient care and provide front desk support such as scheduling, check-in, and patient communication. You'll use both your clinical skills and your administrative strengths. This hybrid role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety and wants to be cross-trained in multiple areas of the office.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):
- Welcome patients, room them, take vitals, update medical history, and prepare them for exams
- Assist providers with injections, wound care, nail care, minor procedures, and in-office surgeries
- Apply DME, strappings, and pads; take X-rays; prepare and submit lab specimens
- Clean and sterilize instruments, stock rooms, and maintain daily supply readiness
- Answer phones, schedule appointments, manage provider calendars, and handle patient check-in/out
- Verify insurance, referrals, and authorizations; collect copays and patient balances
- Maintain and update patient records through scanning, faxing, and data entry
- Support billing follow-ups, orthotics tracking, and end-of-day documentation
Required Skills and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Medical Assistant program completion or 2+ years of clinical experience
- CMA or RMA certification preferred but not required
- Strong multitasking, communication, and customer service skills
- Experience with EMR systems, medical terminology, and basic insurance processes
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and assist wherever needed
- Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed
- Technologically savvy; proficient in Microsoft 365 products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing this role, the employee must regularly:
- Sit, talk, hear, and use hands to write, type, or operate office equipment
- Occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell
- Perform repetitive motions, including reaching overhead and typing
- Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds
- Maintain peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustments
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Medical Assistant program completion or 2+ years of clinical experience
- CMA or RMA certification preferred but not required
- Strong multitasking, communication, and customer service skills
- Experience with EMR systems, medical terminology, and basic insurance processes
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and assist wherever needed
- Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed
- Technologically savvy; proficient in Microsoft 365 products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Discount Program
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
Company overview
US Foot & Ankle Specialists is a specialized healthcare provider focused on comprehensive foot and ankle care, serving patients with various orthopedic and podiatric conditions. The practice likely offers a wide range of services including diagnosis and treatment of foot deformities, sports injuries, diabetic foot care, arthritis management, and surgical interventions for complex foot and ankle disorders. As a specialized medical practice, they probably employ board-certified podiatrists and orthopedic surgeons with expertise in foot and ankle medicine, providing both conservative treatments and advanced surgical solutions. The organization appears to operate within the broader healthcare sector, specifically in the podiatry and orthopedic subspecialty, addressing common conditions such as bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, and fractures. Their services likely encompass diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, custom orthotics, and minimally invasive surgical techniques to improve patient mobility and quality of life. The practice's focus on specialized foot and ankle care positions it as an important provider in the musculoskeletal healthcare landscape, addressing both acute injuries and chronic conditions affecting lower extremity function.