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Medical Assistant

CompanyWEIL FOOT & ANKLE INSTITUTE
LocationGlenview
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 15, 2026
About The Company
History Dr. Lowell Scott Weil, Sr. began the practice of podiatric medicine and surgery in 1965 in Des Plaines, Illinois. Since then, the practice has grown to more than 50 physicians providing foot and ankle services at 33 locations. With the addition of each physician, the scope of services has expanded as well as the number of patients receiving care at our facilities. Recognized as an international leader in podiatric medicine and surgery, the doctors at Weil Foot & Ankle have provided care and treatment to more than 1,000,000 patients since 1965. In 2023, Weil Foot & Ankle merged with Balance Health to form the largest podiatry owned practice in the country. Balance Health is owned by podiatrists, controlled by podiatrists , and run by podiatrists for the benefit of podiatrists, their patients and their communities. Balance Health has nearly 1000 employees to serve patients, using the most advanced technologies to provide the most advanced care. Weil Foot & Ankle merged with Balance Health www.BalanceHealth.com in 2023 is dedicated to using the latest research and most advanced technology to deliver exceptional foot and ankle care to people throughout the United States with nearly 250 podiatrists in ten states and growing. Our podiatric services — whether preventive care or corrective surgery — have earned Weil Foot & Ankle international recognition and steady growth for over 6 decades. We provide comprehensive services for the foot and ankle including (but not limited to): - Reconstructive surgery - Trauma care - amputation prevention - Advanced wound care - Sports medicine - Physical therapy - Pediatric foot disorders - Stem cell therapy - Non-operative orthopedic - In-office extremity MRI
About the Role

Description

 

For over 55 years, Weil Foot & Ankle have been considered one of the innovative world leaders in enhancing and improving care for foot and ankle medical conditions, sports medicine, and clinical programs. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in a patient-focused environment by providing the most advanced and knowledgeable foot and ankle care. WFA has experienced phenomenal growth, with expansion into four states and a future dedicated to continued growth. As our family expands, we live and work by our core values: integrity, excellence, trust, caring, tradition, and innovation. 


LOCATION:  This position is based in our Glenview office as the Medical Assistant travels daily to the office where the physician sees patients; local travel may be required to other locations within your assigned geographic region. 


REPORTS TO: Practice Operations Manager 


POSITION SUMMARY 

 We are seeking a full-time, Medical Assistant to work alongside the physician and assist with patient care. This includes taking basic vital signs, preparing the room, verifying patient information, assisting with in-office procedures, and scheduling the patient’s next appointment. The Medical Assistant will also help manage the patient's schedule and assist with office duties.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Interview patients to gather medical history and update medical records 
  • Gather basic vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, height, weight, and pulse 
  • Prepare treatment rooms and patients for exam 
  • Sterilize instruments and set up in-office procedure trays 
  • Manage medical supplies and materials and work with their operational leader to order necessary inventory 
  • Take x-rays 
  • Perform administrative tasks and become cross-trained on front desk responsibilities to provide support when needed. 
  • Local travel may be required to other locations within your assigned geographic region.
  • Other duties are to support the physician and team with patient care activities. 



Requirements

 QUALIFICATIONS/ EDUCATION

  • 2 years in a healthcare position desired  
  • Experience using electronic health records 
  • High school diploma or GED required. 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Committed to continuous performance improvement
  • Patient-focused with the ability to work independently
  • Capability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment

BENEFITS:  

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans 
  • HSA with Employer Contribution 
  • FSA 
  • Generous PTO Program 
  • 401k with a 3% Match 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Life and AD&D Insurance 
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities required by the employee. Weil Foot & Ankle Institute is proud to be an affirmative action employer, and we are committed to an equal opportunity workplace, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, marital status, veteran status or disability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, stoop, crouch, or kneel; use hands; and talk or hear 
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and, depth perception 
  • Must be able to lift/carry up to 25 lbs. 

AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) SPECIFICATIONS: 

Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation to the Director of Human Resources. Upon receipt of an accommodation request, the Director of Human Resources will meet with the requesting individual to discuss and identify the precise limitations resulting from the disability and the potential accommodation that might help overcome those limitations. The Director of Human Resources in conjunction with a medical review (and, if necessary, other appropriate management representatives) will determine the feasibility of the requested accommodation and the impact on the business operation. The Director of Human Resources will inform the qualified individual of the decision about the accommodation request or how to make the accommodation        

Key Skills
Patient careVital signs monitoringMedical history gatheringElectronic health recordsSterilizationX-ray operationMedical supply managementAdministrative tasksFront desk supportCommunication skillsInventory managementPatient scheduling
Categories
HealthcareAdministrative
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionHSA with employer contributionFSAGenerous PTO program401k with a 3% matchEmployee assistance programLife and AD&D insuranceShort-term and long-term disability
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant will support the physician by gathering patient medical history, taking vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms. They will also manage medical supplies, perform administrative duties, and assist with in-office procedures.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
184
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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