Medical Asst Podiatry

Job description

The Medical Assistant in Podiatry provides care under the supervision of the Physician. Obtains vital signs and performs x-rays of the foot. Obtains relevant medical information and records it in EMR. The medical assistant also performs front-end clerical operations of the practice including but not limited to reception, scheduling, check-out, and answering phones. na EDUCATION: Minimum: • High School Degree or equivalent Preferred: • Graduate from an accredited school for Medical Assistant. LICENSE: Minimum: • BLS required through RQI. • Must successfully completed NYS approved course for podiatry x-ray within 6 months of hire.(NYS Podiatry Radiology Course for Unlicensed Persons (nysed.gov) or Radiology Course For Podiatric (unlicensed) Assistants (nyspma.org)) Preferred: • Certification obtained from a Medical Assistant School licensed by New York State preferred. • Prior experience in a physician office or other medical setting, or completion of accredited school for Medical Assistants. • Must demonstrate assessment skills for both adults and children. • Working knowledge of emergency intervention and available resources. Preferred: • Prior experience as a Med...