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Balance Health lists this Medical Assistant opportunity in suffolk, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Medical Assistant1Foot 2 Foot is powered by Weil Foot & Ankle Institute. For over 55 years, Weil Foot & Ankle Institute (WFAI) has been considered one of the innovative world leaders in the enhancement and improvement of care for foot and ankle medical conditions, sports medicine and clinical programs. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in a patient focused environment by providing the most advanced and knowledgeable foot and ankle care. WFAI has experienced phenomenal development, with expansion into 5 states and a future dedicated to continuing with that growth strategy. As our family expands, we stand by our core values, which include integrity, excellence, trust, caring, tradition and innovation.LOCATION: This position is primarily based at our Harbour View office. Occasional local travel to additional sites within your assigned geographic region may also be required.REPORTS TO: Practice Operations ManagerPOSITION SUMMARYWe are looking for a Medical Assistant to work alongside the physician and assist with patient care. This includes taking basic vital signs, preparing the room, verifying patient information, assisting with in-office procedures, and scheduling the patient's next appointment. The Medical Assistant will also help manage the patient's schedule and assist with office duties.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInterview patients to gather medical history and update medical recordsGather basic vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, height, weight, and pulsePrepare treatment rooms and patients for examSterilize instruments and set up in-office procedure traysManage medical supplies and materials and work with their operational leader to order necessary inventoryTake x-raysMedical Assistants will be cross trained to be able to cover front desk activities when neededOther duties are to support the physician and team with patient care activities.REQUIREMENTSQUALIFICATIONS/ EDUCATION/ CRITICAL SKILLSMedical Assistant certification with 2 years in a healthcare position preferred.High school diploma or GED required, higher or continuing education a plus.Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervisionStrong computer skills and use of Microsoft OfficeKnowledge of basic medical procedures such as dressing a woundStrong communication skills and ability to actively listenStrong organizational and clerical skills to maintain patient files and perform office dutiesCustomer services skillsKnowledge of safety and sanitation proceduresSCHEDULING: A typical schedule for this Medical Assistant is Monday to FridayTRAVEL: Local travel may be required to locations within your assigned geographic region. This role will be assigned to cover a geographic area; however, you may be required to occasionally travel outside of your assigned regional area to support the other regional coverage needs of the organization. The role must have reliable transportation and be able to travel from site to site, as assigned.BENEFITSMedical, Dental, and Vision PlansHSA with Employer ContributionFSAGenerous PTO Program401k with a 3% MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramLife and AD&D InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityPHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities required by the employee. Weil Foot & Ankle Institute is proud to be an affirmative action employer and we are committed to an equal opportunity workplace, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, marital status, veteran status or disability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, stoop, crouch, or kneel; use hands; and talk or hearSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and, depth perceptionMust be able to lift/carry up to 25 lbs.AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) SPECIFICATIONS: Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation to the Director of Human Resources. Upon receipt of an accommodation request, the Director of Human Resources will meet with the requesting individual to discuss and identify the precise limitations resulting from the disability and the potential accommodation that might help overcome those limitations. The Director of Human Resources will inform the qualified individual of the decision about the accommodation request or how to make the accommodation.
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suffolk, VA, 23434, US
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