Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Our Ideal Candidate

Foot and Ankle Specialists of Illinois (FASI) is an established medical and surgical podiatry practice located in Algonquin, IL.

We are looking to add a Medical Assistant with at least 2+ years of experience to our team (no exceptions please) . If youre a person who starts your day with a smile and ends it with a bigger smile, consider applying for this position.

The ideal candidate will deliver a professional and qualified first impression to all visitors. You must be able to multitask, prioritize, and problem-solve in a busy medical office environment.

For more information, please visit us at www.footandanklespec.com. Podiatry experience is a plus (but not required). We recognize that some growth in the position may be needed, and we are willing to train the right candidate with leadership potential.

This role is right for you if :

• You enjoy teamwork and are passionate about making patient visits a great experience
• You love making people feel welcome and comfortable during all encounters with FASI
• You have great ideas and enjoy collaborating with the team to grow the practice
• You are tech-savvy and know how to use a computer
• You are passionate about conquering challenges and expel positive energy!
• You are an independent worker, looking to learn and grow your career.

What you will be doing :

• Moving in and out of the rooms actively delivering hands-on chairside patient care in the exam rooms
• Being on your feet for the majority of the day
• Taking x-rays, medical histories, and vital signs
• Preparing patients for examination and assisting the physician during the examination
• Explaining treatment procedures and patient education as directed by podiatrist
• Measuring for diabetic shoes
• Removing sutures and changing dressings
• Arranging room instruments and equipment
• Maintaining supplies and equipment / inventory control and stocking
• Cleaning and maintenance of office equipment and areas
• Reviewing the daily schedule and helping manage the flow of the clinic
• Participating in huddles, debriefs, and team meetings
• Learning new procedures, processes, and protocols
• Creating / managing templates in the electronic medical records system
• Scribing for doctors in the exam room
• Handling paperwork related to procedure scheduling at various facilities
• Training other team members as needed and requested by management
• Covering the front desk as needed (phones, scheduling, registration, check-in / out, handling money)
• Verifying insurance coverage and calculating / documenting patient responsibility
• Managing office emergencies
• Handling any other duties (and special projects) as assigned by doctors or management
• Enjoying your day at work!

Qualifications :

• High school diploma
• Minimum 2 years experience in a busy healthcare setting (required)
• Minimum 2 years experience using medical patient care software or EMR platforms such as e-clinical works, next-gen office, Athena, epic, or other similar systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products Outlook e-mail, excel, etc
• Willingness to learn and collaborate
• Excellent communication and writing skills

Benefits :

• Commute to one location only!
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off / holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Growth potential at our office
• Paid training
• Fun team building and social events
19 days ago