Medical Assistant

About Volusia County Podiatry (VCP) Volusia County Podiatry is the premier podiatry practice located in DeBary, Florida, serving Central Florida Counties. Founded in 2019 by Dr. DeAndrea Duffus, DPM, VCP provides the highest quality of full foot and ankle care, including surgical interventions, diabetic foot care, and wound healing. At Volusia County Podiatry, we are committed to providing high-quality care to those we serve! Position Summary This is an exciting opportunity to join Volusia County Podiatry as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). This vital position will provide patient clinical support, as well as, administrative assistance for VCP through scheduling, billing support, etc. Prior wound care experience in outpatient clinic and/or physician office settings preferred. VCP's main hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9 AM - 5 PM est Monday - Friday. Evenings may be required to fulfill work requirements. Pay is commensurate with experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will work under the supervision and guidance of a licensed physician and the manager and be dedicated to assisting with clinical, as well as, administrative duties
• Must adhere to all legal and ethical standards that govern the practice of a Medical Assistant
• Prepare exam rooms for appointments, as well as, sanitize rooms between appointments, while adhering to all principles of infection control
• Prepare and assist patients for examination
• Ensure that labs, notes, etc. are entered into patients' medical record, timely and accurately
• Notify physician of any abnormal labs or other abnormal findings immediately within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant
• Complete follow ups to include, but not limited to, referrals, etc.
• Perform simple aseptic procedure, as ordered
• Complete non-invasive procedures, as ordered, in a timely manner in accordance to the scope of practice for Medical Assistants
• Complete vital signs with the ability to recognize abnormalities and report findings promptly to physician
• Receive and make phone and electronic communications on behalf of VCP, routing communication to the appropriate party quickly and efficiently
• Perform other duties as assigned by the physician or the manager Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Training with current Certification (CMA)
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism in a fast-paced environment
• Two (2) years of work experience as a Certified Medical Assistant
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task
• Experience with Electronic Health Records
• Must have basic knowledge of infection control precautions to include the use of donning on and off Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), knowledge of blood-borne precautions, COVID-19 precautions, as well as, precautions to reduce needle sticks
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Experience performing ABI studies is perfered
• Bilingual a plus!

Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is often required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; bend, lift and move patients from one surface to another; push and pull; and kneel and crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move at least 50 pounds, independently. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. VCP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American with Disability and will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Disability insurance Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

Podiatry Experience:

medical assistant: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person