Medical Assistant

Great Lakes Foot & Ankle Centers

Kenosha, WI • On-site

$18 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Fast-paced podiatry practice seeking Medical Assistant to join our team.

We are seeking to hire a full-time medical assistant to travel between our Kenosha and Racine offices with varying hours Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate must be reliable, personable, energetic, detail-oriented, and display a professional demeanor and appearance. Must have experience as a medical assistant in the healthcare field, podiatry experience preferred. Please submit cover letter, resume, and references. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Job Duties:

Patient Care

  • Bring patients to examination rooms and document vital signs and other pertinent health information (i.e. chief complaints, allergies, medical history and medications)
  • Counsel patients by communicating physician's orders and instructions
  • Collect and process pathology specimens properly
  • Perform x-rays
  • Assist physician with minor procedures
  • Scan and file paperwork
  • Clean, stock and organize treatment rooms
  • Track inventory of medical supplies
  • Complete other necessary tasks as assigned.

Clerical Support

  • Courteously answer telephones; answer patient questions; schedule patient appointments through the use of a computerized EHR system.
  • Assist with insurance verification and prior authorizations
  • Provide receptionist support
  • Perform other clerical duties as necessary

Medical Assistant Skills and Qualification Requirements:

  • Previous experience with patient care is mandatory
  • Basic computer knowledge is required
  • Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program is required
  • Knowledge of medical terminology is required, podiatry-focused is preferred
  • Ability to multitask is essential
  • Awareness of HIPAA laws and aptitude to comply with patient confidentiality standards is required
  • Exceptional communication, professionalism, customer service, and phone etiquette skills required
  • Must be extremely reliable, willing to travel between offices, and work well with a team

Job Type: Full-time, 32-40 hours/week

  • Salary: Based on experience
  • No healthcare insurance benefits are provided. 401(k) with employer contribution is offered. Vacation and personal paid time off benefits are provided after 90 days of employment. 90-day probationary period will be required.

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Medical Assistant: 1 year (Required)
  • Clinic experience preferred
  • Podiatry experience preferred

License/Certification:

  • Minimum of Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Position requires employee to reliably commute to both the Kenosha and Racine offices


Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Medical Assistant?

A: To succeed as a Medical Assistant, key technical skills include proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs), basic life support (BLS) certification, and knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology. Soft skills such as effective communication, empathy, and organizational abilities are also crucial, as Medical Assistants must interact with patients, healthcare teams, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. By combining these technical and soft skills, Medical Assistants can provide high-quality patient care, build strong relationships with healthcare teams, and support their own career growth through opportunities for advancement and specialization.

Q: What is the career path for a Medical Assistant?

A: A Medical Assistant's typical career progression involves starting as a Clinical Medical Assistant, providing basic patient care and administrative support, before advancing to roles such as Medical Scribe, where they assist with medical documentation, or Medical Office Manager, overseeing daily operations. As they gain experience, Medical Assistants can develop specialized skills in areas like phlebotomy, EKG, or medical billing, and move into senior roles like Practice Manager or Clinical Coordinator, overseeing staff and implementing clinical protocols. With additional education and training, Medical Assistants can also transition into roles like Medical Coder, Health Educator, or even pursue a career in nursing or healthcare administration.



Great Lakes Foot & Ankle Centers job posting for a Medical Assistant in Kenosha, WI with a salary of $18 to $19 Hourly and benefits including PTO and Retirement with a map of Kenosha location.