Experienced Medical Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate candidate to join our clinical team. As a medical assistant in our practice, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and supporting our providers in delivering exceptional services. The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, leadership skills, attention to detail, and a genuine desire to grow in dermatology.

Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:
• Assist providers in patient examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Collect and record patient medical history and vital signs.
• Educate patients on prescribed medications, skincare routines, and post-treatment care.
• Administrative Tasks:
• Schedule patient appointments and manage the appointment calendar as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Handle medication pre-authorizations.
• Procedure Assistance:
• Prepare and assist in dermatological procedures, surgeries, and minor surgical interventions.
• Ensure proper sterilization and maintenance of medical instruments and equipment.
• Assist in the documentation of procedural notes and patient follow-up.
• Patient Communication:
• Communicate with patients to relay treatment plans, follow-up appointments, and test results.
• Respond to patient inquiries, both in person and over the phone, with professionalism and empathy.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with other medical staff and administrative personnel to ensure seamless patient care.
• Collaborate with dermatologists and nursing staff to provide a coordinated approach to patient treatment.
• Create the clinical team's schedule, oversee the team's operations, work with management to create and adhere to protocols.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Pursuit or completion of MA Certification preferred.

Experience:

• Previous experience in the Dermatology field preferred
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) or a willingness to learn - we use EMA
• Experience with patient charting (i.e., scribing patient history, doctor's diagnosis description and treatment plans,
• including prescriptions and patient instructions into patient chart, in detail)
• 2 plus years' experience working in a medical office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and well organized
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• A great attitude
• Knowledgeable of OSHA and HIPAA compliance
• Knowledge of medical/dermatology terminology and abbreviations preferred

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to stay organized and work in a fast paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to spend a great deal of the day walking, standing, moving and manipulating equipment, as well as lifting and moving objects, equipment and supplies. It is reasonable to anticipate lifting 20-25 pounds in any given day.

Excellent Benefit Package Including:

• 401k with company match
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Employer HSA contribution
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Great PTO and Holiday policy
• Competitive pay

If you are a motivated and compassionate Medical Assistant with the passion to grow in the field of Dermatology, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our dynamic team.