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:

• Associate supports engagement through adherence to the I-CARE commitments.
• Maintains current CPR certification, American Medical Technologist or NationalHealthcare 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.

Quality/No Harm: - 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.

Customer Experience: - 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 the 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 patient's participation in their care. Provide procedure and surgery pre-op and post-op education.

Stewardship: - 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• 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.

MENTAL DEMANDS: 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 biohazardous waste, MSDS substances.

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT/SKILLS CHECKLIST: Clinical assessment skills.

Job: Technicians

Organization: Health First Medical Group LLC

Title: Dermatology Technician - Dermatology.

Location: Florida - Brevard County-Melbourne