~Part Time Podiatry Assistant Position is a combination of Back Office and Front Office Responsibilities
**Hours can be Variable: May be Less when Doctor is out of Office , or more if other staff is out sick/vacation
**If you are looking for less hours per week than range posted, this is an option and we can discuss this further with you
~Back Office Tasks (majority of your time):
- Room patient and perform Intake into EMR (electronic medical record) as well as help Doctor document exam,procedures, orders, plan of care and patient instructions
- Perform xrays in office (we will train) as needed
- Set up for patient care/ office procedures and assist Doctor with procedures
- Dispense and Fit DME (braces, orthotics) and give patient education on recommended products
- Schedule Patient for follow up appt and check patient out,
- Clean and turnover room, instrument sterilization and restock room
- Administer in office treatments to patients (will train) ie: Laser therapy treatments
- Assist with Prior Authorizations for DME and Imaging Orders, including in office documentation management
- Patient Communication for reporting Lab results, Imaging Scheduling and DME benefits, and other messages from Doctor to Patient
~Front Office Tasks
- Eligibility and pre-visit checks for upcoming appointment for deductibles, date last seen, and insurance verification
- Answering phones as needed
- Uploading documents into EMR/document management within the EMR
- Follow Up /complete online appointment scheduling requests
- Assist with Check In and Check Out patients per protocols, as needed
- Assist with other misc Admin duties, as needed
~Additional Information for Part Time Position:
- Duties can vary day to day, based on need and if another staff is out or needs assistance with tasks.
- Comp is based on experience ($16.50-18.50/hr) to start. We will need to train, even an experienced candidate, in the specialized field of podiatry and in our specific office culture, protocols and procedures.
- Office Hours Open 8-5 (M-Th) 8-2 (Fri), and Part Time Hours for this Position may vary week to week based on staff availability and appt schedule of Providers. Hours scheduled can vary from 20 to as much as 40 hours/week (rare, but possible if other staff out sick/vacation)
~Required Skills for Position
- Computer Skills: Must be very comfortable with use of an iPad and computers, and adept at learning various apps and programs we use in the daily office work flow
- Must be detail oriented and be able to complete tasks efficiently, by using established office systems and protocols, without error
- Must be at ease discussing money/financials/insurance benefits with patients, including our office policies and procedures as well as the cost of products and services. This includes asking for co-payment/balance due/deductible payments prior to their appointment
- Candidate must be reliable with an excellent previous work attendance record.
- Previous medical or podiatry experience is not required, however, you must be eager to learn about the world of podiatry/foot and ankle surgery and be willing to put the time and work into learning this specialty, including the terminology.
- Must be very comfortable with hands on patient care. Must also enjoy patient care and pampering. We strive to provide a unique, professional and personalized experience for our patients.
- Additional skills in Spreadsheets, social media/Blog Posting, Marketing is welcomed
We are a small office, and very much a family. We have a Zero Tolerance Policy for office gossip and backbiting. We pride ourselves on working as a team and supporting each other. We like to laugh and have fun, but still get the job done efficiently, while trying to provide the best experience for our patients as we can! We would love to expand our family for the right candidate(s), we look forward to hearing from you!
Include your resume, and a letter of introduction telling us why you think this position is a good fit for you and what skills you would bring to the office that would be an asset and help us grow. Also include 2 professional references.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 37 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Office
- Private practice
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person