Certified Dermatology Medical Assistant
Responsible for assisting the dermatologist-Moh's surgeon and PAs in all clinical aspects of the practice. Prepares patients for consultation, examination, and surgery as applicable by taking patients’ medical history, educating them on their procedure(s) and alternative treatment options; answers/addresses questions or concerns in order to make a smooth, efficient transition for the physician to come in and begin the exam/procedure. Participates in a rotational schedule to document and return calls to patients with post-operative concerns/complications.
Candidates with Biologics, Mohs/General and Cosmetic Dermatology experience are encouraged to apply. Medical assistant certification is necessary. Experience with Clinical Trials a plus._ Being Bilingual is a highly preferred skill for this position_.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Sets up exam rooms for surgical procedures and assists all providers with surgical procedures.
- Turns over exam rooms by removing sharps, cleaning, and setting up for the next patient, and restocking rooms at the end of every day.
- Assists the Histotechnician in the lab as needed.
- Assists with cleaning and sterilizing all surgical instruments.
- Prepares and prints prescriptions or eprescribes.
- Document all aspects of a SOAP note efficiently and accurately and documents patient messages.
- Administers local anesthesia, performs suction & cauterizing as needed and cutting sutures.
- Bandaging, discharging patients and providing post-op instruction.
- Handles working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest quality of patient care.
Other Responsibilities:
- Working knowledge of how to properly use all office equipment (i.e. phone system, printers, copy machine, fax, scanner, etc.).
- Will be cross-trained in the lab and in other areas deemed necessary.
Job Type: Full-time with no remote work
EMR Used: Allscripts
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Medical specialties:
- Dermatology
- Medical-Surgical
Schedule:
Work setting:
- In-person
- Private practice
Experience:
- dermatology medical assistant: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person