Podiatric Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Palm Beach Podiatry
Position: Podiatric Medical Assistant
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Boynton Beach & Loxahatchee, Florida

Position Summary

Palm Beach Podiatry is seeking a motivated, bilingual (Spanish preferred), compassionate, and professional Medical Assistant to join our growing podiatry practice. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional patient care, assist the physician with clinical and administrative duties, and contribute to a positive and efficient office environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms for patient visits and procedures.
• Assist the podiatrist during examinations, wound care treatments, injections, and minor office procedures.
• Perform dressing changes and wound care under physician direction.
• Apply and remove casts, splints, braces, and walking boots as instructed.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Prepare patients for X-rays and diagnostic testing.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, medications, post-procedure care, and preventative foot health.
• Document patient encounters accurately within the electronic medical record (EMR).

Administrative Duties

• Schedule appointments and coordinate follow-up visits.
• Verify insurance information and obtain authorizations when necessary.
• Answer telephone calls and address patient inquiries professionally.
• Process referrals, medical records requests, and prescription refill requests.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of medical supplies.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times.

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth patient flow throughout the day.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional clinical environment.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Assist with special projects and office initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant experience in a physician office setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Preferred

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or equivalent certification.
• Prior podiatry, orthopedic, wound care, or surgical assistant experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance verification, and HIPAA regulations.
• Experience performing X-rays (if licensed and permitted by state regulations).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Supportive team-oriented work environment.
• Employee healthcare benefits (if applicable).

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is dependable, patient-focused, professional in appearance and demeanor, eager to learn, and passionate about providing outstanding care to patients with foot and ankle conditions.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and professional references for consideration.

Palm Beach Podiatry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.