DescriptionResponsibilities and DutiesClinicalPrepares patients for examination by taking vitals; recording medical history into EpicEscort patients to and from exam roomsComplying with OSHA and HIPPA regulationsSchedules surgeries by making arrangements with the surgical centers; verifying times with patients; preparing charts, pre-admission and consent formsHelp the physician with proceduresGive patients injections as directed by the physicianCasting for OrthoticsApplying Below knee castAppling Low Dying strapping to feetAppling Unna BootsPerforming Nail DebridementPerforming Callus/Corn debridementDressing changesPerforming X-RaysDocumenting phone callsUpdating LogsAdministrativeA podiatry medical assistant's responsibilities may include ordering, sorting, storing supplies and restocking exam rooms. Cleaning exam areas, setting up instruments and equipment and cleaning the sterilizer. Greeting patients, answering the office phones, performing data entry and scheduling appointments, assisting front office staff if and when needed and manual insurance verifications. Any other duties determined appropriate by management.#J-18808-Ljbffr
