Medical Assistant - Full-time

Medical Assistant Position Indian Valley Podiatry Associates, A division of US Foot & Ankle Specialists, is seeking a dependable and patient-focused Medical Assistant to join our podiatry clinic. This role focuses on hands-on clinical care with some front desk support, working closely with providers in a fast-paced outpatient setting. If you enjoy helping patients, staying organized, and working in a fast-paced medical office, we'd love to meet you. Hands-on training and ongoing clinical in-service training are provided for all employees. Essential Functions/Responsibilities: Welcome patients, room them, take vitals, update medical history, and prepare them for exams Assist providers with injections, wound care, nail care, minor procedures, and in-office surgeries Apply DME, strappings, and pads; take X-rays; prepare and submit lab specimens Clean and sterilize instruments, stock rooms, and maintain daily supply readiness Answer phones, schedule appointments, manage provider calendars, and handle patient check-in/out Verify insurance, referrals, and authorizations; collect copays and patient balances Maintain and update patient records through scanning, faxing, and data entry Support billing follow-ups, orthotics tracking, and end-of-day documentation Required Skills and Experience: High School Diploma or GED Medical Assistant program completion or 2+ years of clinical experience CMA or RMA certification Strong multitasking, communication, and customer service skills Experience with EMR systems, medical terminology, and basic insurance processes Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and assist wherever needed Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed Technologically savvy; proficient in Microsoft 365 products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Benefits Offered: Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available) Life Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) Plan with Company Match Employee Discount Program Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing this role, the employee must regularly: Sit, talk, hear, and use hands to write, type, or operate office equipment Occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell Perform repetitive motions, including reaching overhead and typing Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds Maintain peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustments