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Medical Assistant

US Foot and Ankle Specialists, Olympia, WA, United States


The Medical Assistant provides essential support and administrative services to the office, the doctors, and the patients in a fast-paced doctor’s office. This person will be involved in a wide spectrum of tasks focused around assisting the Physician in all minor in office procedures.

Medical Assistant Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

Welcome, room, and prepare patients for exams and in-office procedures

Take vitals, update medical histories, record medications/allergies, and document in the EMR

Assist physicians with minor procedures, post-op care, digital X-rays, and basic podiatric services (nail care, callus removal, diabetic shoe fitting)

Apply dressings, DME, and provide patient instructions and education

Manage lab specimens, complete insurance verifications and pre-authorizations, and process prescriptions as directed

Make post-operative phone calls, answer patient questions, and provide excellent customer service

Open, prep, clean, and close exam rooms; sterilize instruments; manage inventory and supplies

Maintain accurate documentation, support back-office operations, and ensure HIPAA compliance

Medical Assistant Required Skills and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED required

Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR 1+ year of clinical experience

CMA or RMA certification preferred

Experience with medical terminology and insurance processes (preferred)

Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinic environment

Detail-oriented, professional, and patient-focused

Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed

Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Medical Assistant Pay Range:

$19 - $20/hr based on experience

Medical Assistant 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

Medical Assistant 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

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