Dermatology Medical Assistant - Albertson, United States - Advanced Dermatology, P.C.

Advanced Dermatology, P.C.

Verified Company

Albertson, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Full time

Description

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Looking for an exciting career in Dermatology?

Advanced Dermatology, P.C. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant (Certified MA a plus) to come on board Full Time in our Albertson location

Position Summary
The Medical Assistant provides administrative and clinical support to licensed medical providers, as allowable by
law, to ensure appropriate patient care and efficient office operations. A Certified (Registered) Medical Assistant
supports providers and patients by handling various patient-care tasks related to management, organization, and
communication. The position requires accuracy, quality work, compassion, and timeliness, while attending to
patient needs.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Prepares patients for the visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examination room; providing

examination gowns and drape; helping them position themselves for the examination and/or treatment;
monitoring instruments, supplies, and equipment.

Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital

signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.

Supports patientcare by helping providers during examinations; preparing specimens; performing basic

laboratory tests on site; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; authorizing drug

refills as directed; calling in prescriptions to pharmacies; removing sutures; changing dressings.

Enters patients' vital statistics and information such as medications, test results, radiology, and laboratory

orders into the Electronic Health Record.

Assists during medical examinations, as allowable by law
Performs general office duties (e.g., answering telephones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms)
Schedules follow up appointment if indicated by provider
Returns patient calls by the end of the day
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred
1+ year of experience working as a medical assistant (dermatology experience strongly preferred)
Knowledge of medical terminology
Excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Friendly and compassionate disposition with strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Certified MA preferred
**EMA experience is a plus