POSITION TITLE: MEDICAL ASSISTANT- PODIATRY
FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Diploma in approved Medical Assisting program required.
- Certification of Podiatric X-ray Assistant required
- Certification of Podiatric Medical Assistant preferred
- Phlebotomy experience required
- Experience as Medical Assistant preferred
- Good communication skills.
- Demonstration of the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- BLS (provided by SCHC within 6 months of hire)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
- Prepare patients for the physician's care to include performing aseptic procedures, observing/reporting patient taking vital signs and symptoms, collecting lab specimens, and assisting with patient examinations and treatments.
- Update electronic record information (PCP of record) and maintenance of appropriate components of electron medical record.
- Performing pre-treatment foot exams
- Performing venipuncture and non-intravenous injections (must meet competency levels cleared by Nursing Supervisor).
- Performing casting of lower extremities including CAM walkers, Fiberglass cast, Ankle braces
- Perform aseptic wound care, dressing of wounds, educating patient about wound care
- Perform nail care under podiatrist supervision
- Measuring for chart growth recording, knowledge of immunizations/recording, assist in minor surgeries, EKG & vision checks.
- Operation of x-ray machine in safe and proper manner as described in certification
- Clean, stock and manage all exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.
- Adhere to all safety and infection control policies.
- Conducts chart audits/reviews daily for next day appointments.
- Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None