- Associate supports engagement through adherence to the I-CARE commitments
- Maintains current CPR certification, American Medical Technologist or National Healthcare Certification.
- Knowledge regarding location of emergency equipment/supplies and how to use such equipment/supplies.
- Familiar with the Health First Emergency Kardex and responsibilities as a Health First associate.
- Knowledge of sterile techniques in instrument preparation, calibration, and use.
- Appropriately performs patient triage, assists physician with office procedures and accurately document patient data.
- Room and discharge patient
- Provide accurate and timely Blu Light and assures prompt documentation.
- Procedure and surgery prepping
- Suture removals and wound checks/dressing changes
- Assist provider with procedures: laser and surgical.
- Ability to perform basic computer skills pertinent to job performance
- Document discussions between patient and provider.
- Provide pathology reports.
- Demonstrates and maintains working knowledge of front desk procedures and assists in these functions when dictated by workload.
- Communicates effectively with customers (patients, physicians, and other Health First Associates), practicing excellent customer relation skills at all times while organizing and directing daily medical technician functions.
- Ensures that all exam rooms and equipment are stocked, cleaned, and ready for the next patient.
- Mentors co-workers and students technical development.
- Schedules patient surgeries.
- Able to assist patients with scheduling questions by accessing the scheduling system and ability to print needed information.
- Provide patient follow up to ensure patients participation in their care.
- Provide procedure and surgery pre-op and post-op education.
- Coordinates medical supply ordering with practice manager.
- Utilizes supplies/equipment in a proficient and cost effective manner when performing various procedures.
- Completes all required documentation and /or required forms.
- Demonstrates effective time management skills.
- Remains flexible and adaptable to changes in workflow, processes, etc.
- Accepts changes to the schedule or workflow based on patient volumes.
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
- Current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider completion card prior to start date and maintain.
- Certification through ACDT required within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to use and operate computer proficiency required.
- Good organizational and communication skills required.
- Knowledge of dermatology terminology and abbreviations preferred.
- Prior dermatology office experience a plus.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend and stoop for up to 12 hours, generally with 2-3 short breaks.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and transfer patients from wheelchair or standing position to exam table; correct body mechanics necessary to avoid injury to patient or self.
- Visual acuity and hand/eye coordination to perform clinical tasks.
- Ability to work in stressful environments.
- Ability to assess quickly, interpret data, assists physician in care and education of patients of various ages and levels of understanding.
- Demonstrates leadership ability and flexibility.
- Demonstrates knowledge of exposure to bio hazardous waste, MSDS substances.
- Clinical assessment skills.
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Dermatology Technician
2 weeks ago
Health First Melbourne, United States**Description**: · To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by: Assisting in medical care of patients and supporting front desk functions as needed under the direction of the physician and charge nurse/office manager. · **PRIMARY ACCO ...
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Dermatology Technician
3 weeks ago
Health First Melbourne, United StatesTo be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by:Assisting in medical care of patients and supporting front desk functions as needed under the direction of the physician and charge nurse/office manager. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Associat ...
Dermatology Technician - Melbourne, United States - Health First
Description
To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by: Assisting in medical care of patients and supporting front desk functions as needed under the direction of the physician and charge nurse/office manager.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Quality/No Harm:
Customer Experience:
Stewardship:
QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
MENTAL DEMANDS:
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT/SKILLS CHECKLIST: