Medical Assistant, Podiatry
Core
Unlicensed medical professional performing routine administrative and clinical tasks under direct physician supervision to support primary care for a specific patient population.
Role type
Medical Assistant (Podiatry)
Builds
Patient care workflows and clinical support for primary care teams
Domain
Healthcare / Podiatry
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs measurement, phlebotomy, basic waived lab tests, medication administration, wound care (dressings, sutures), CPR, patient scheduling, health coaching, EMR system usage, OSHA safety compliance
Preferred skills
Geriatric patient experience, EMR system experience
Technologies
ChenMed Rx system, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), EMR systems
Responsibilities
Measure and record vital signs; prepare patients for exams and perform routine screenings; collect phlebotomy and lab specimens; administer medications and perform first aid; provide health coaching and follow-up calls; schedule appointments and manage patient flow; maintain supplies and sterilize instruments; document patient care and communicate needs to the care team.