What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Anchorage Foot and Ankle Clinic?
Medical Assistant Needed:
Busy Podiatry clinic seeks full-time medical assistant.
Great job opportunity for a CNA or other Allied Healthcare Professional.
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
- Patient rooming
- Obtaining and recording patient medical histories, vitals, test results and other information for medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality
- Taking x-rays
- Assisting doctor with minor office procedures as needed with knowledge of sterile technique
- Stocking and cleaning exam rooms and waiting area
- Ordering labs and imaging studies as requested
- Participating in out of office promotional activities such as Skinny Raven Races, trade shows and other events as needed
- Autoclaving instruments and maintaining surgical instruments
- Coordinating the daily administrative activities, including scheduling, patient check-in and check-out, and patient medical record maintenance
- Preparing treatment rooms for clinical examinations and assisting where needed
- Ensuring compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of medical terminology and basic insurance practices.
- Knowledge of computer programs and applications.
- Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type, review and edit reports, documentation, and correspondence.
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic to make calculations, balance and reconcile figures, and make changes accurately.
Skills:
- Skill in operating office equipment
- Skill in handling paperwork/filing adequately
- Skill in handling incoming phone calls and triaging appropriately
- Skill in written and verbal communication
- Skill in gathering, interpreting, and reporting insurance information
- Skill in trouble-shooting insurance issues and resolving appropriately
An Ideal candidate would have:
1 to 2 years of experience in a medical setting.
An understanding of patient care and medical terminology.
Knowledge of ICD-10.
Knowledge of podiatry and work on EHR, AdvancedMD is a huge plus.
This position requires a candidate who is organized, friendly, diligent, empathetic, and hard-working.
An ideal candidate will be able to take criticism and improve work based on that criticism.
Must be a team player and must handle themselves professionally in any situation.
Must have willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities as needed.
Salary is $20-24/hour contingent upon experience. Pay increases and bonus opportunities based on performance.
Benefits include health insurance, 401K, paid vacation, and uniforms.
Computer experience is required. Candidate must be organized and able to multi-task.
This is a non-smoking facility.
Additional Compensation:
- Bonuses
- Store Discounts
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Remotely
- No
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
- Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
- High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Anchorage, AK 99515 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Anchorage, AK 99515: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $24