About this role
Unit/department/service line : Orthopedics
Status : Full Time
Schedule : Monday - Friday day shift
Weekend Requirement : None
Holiday Requirement : None
Call Requirement : None
General Summary
Provides safe, therapeutic, and efficient care and services to podiatry patients. Assists in direct patient care, performs treatments, administers medications (if qualified and appropriately supervised), operates and obtains x-rays, obtain Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) & Pulse Volume Recording (PVR) studies, operate laser treatment equipment, fit, and dispense durable medical equipment, and instructs patients and their families in appropriate care, as directed by their provider. Is an active team participant in the patient-centered practice, by aiding in the development of office workflows that support patient centered care. Specific clinical duties and responsibilities can vary depending on the needs of the specialty.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma or GED Required
Work Experience:
- 1 year Medical Assistant experience. Required or
- Completion of a Medical Assistant Program. Required
Benefits Offered:
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Education assistance
- Financial education and support, including DailyPay
- Expanded Paid Parental Leave
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Licenses:
- Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
- Podiatric Radiology Assistant Certification within 180 days Required
- Certified Medical Assistant Upon Hire Preferred
Courses and Training:
- Maintain required education for use of x-ray equipment. Upon Hire Required and
- Completes all required education programs and competency testing needed to perform at an advanced level. Upon Hire Required and
- Medical terminology. Upon Hire Required and
- National Medical Assistant Certification Or Certificate of completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program (Diploma): American Registry of Medical Assistants Certification, National Healthcareer Association Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, American Associate of Medical Assistants Certification Upon Hire Required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficient communication skills including SBAR technique.
- Ability to effectively present clinical information to the care team.
- Proficient in navigating and entering information into an electronic health record.
- Models teamwork.
- Self-motivated and dependable.
- Able to work independently.
Benefits Offered:
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Education assistance
- Financial education and support, including DailyPay
- Expanded Paid Parental Leave
For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)