Podiatry Assistant - MG Martin Foot and Ankle Lititz - Days

Job description

Schedule Monday - Friday Day Shift Hours No weekends/holidays: General Summary: Provides safe, therapeutic, and efficient care and services to podiatry patients. Assists in direct patient care, performs treatments, administers medications (if qualified and appropriately supervised), operates and obtains x-rays, obtain Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) & Pulse Volume Recording (PVR) studies, operate laser treatment equipment, fit, and dispense durable medical equipment, and instructs patients and their families in appropriate care, as directed by their provider. Is an active team participant in the patient-centered practice, by aiding in the development of office workflows that support patient centered care. Specific clinical duties and responsibilities can vary depending on the needs of the specialty. Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: - Obtains and documents reason for visit, patient vital signs which may include temperature, blood pressure, weight, BMI, respirations, and pulse. - Collects specimens as directed by provider. Uses appropriate equipment and protocols for specimen collection, processing, handling, and storage. Ensures all specimens are tracked/logged prior to...