Certified Medical Assistant - Dermatology

Medical Associates • Dubuque, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Associates Dermatology is hiring a full-time Certified Medical Assistant for its West Campus. The role involves rooming patients and assisting with dermatology procedures ranging from acne treatments to mole removal. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., averaging four days per week; flexibility is required.

Requirements

• Three months to one year of similar or related experience.
• Education equivalent to a two-year college degree, or completion of a specialized course of study or certification at a business or trade school.
• Current certification or registration as a Certified Medical Assistant, such as CMA through AAMA, CCMA through NHA, or RMA through AMT, or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Keyboarding skills and ability to use electronic equipment.
• Ability to use and operate a wide variety of diagnostic and medical equipment.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment, including gloves, lab coats, gowns, goggles, and face masks or shields.
• BLS certification required biannually.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including trustworthiness, diplomacy, courtesy, tact, and the ability to foster relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgeries and treatment procedures.
• Collect relevant patient health care data, perform diagnostic testing and treatments, review medical records, and confer with physicians or mid-level providers to help ensure patient needs are met.
• Perform general office duties, which may include obtaining and updating patient demographic and insurance information, accepting payments and co-pays, scheduling and coordinating appointments, and creating lab orders.
• Collaborate with the health care team according to the plan of care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, and others; promote patient wellness and provide patient education.
• Document care provided, including interventions, medication, and patient education, and help maintain the integrity of medical records.
• Facilitate reimbursement for services, including charge tickets, referrals, and insurance requirements.
• Maintain a safe, neat, organized office environment stocked with necessary equipment, instruments, supplies, and educational materials.
• Ensure equipment functions safely and properly, and clean and maintain equipment according to guidelines.
• Perform additional patient-care duties as needed, provide input on systems to improve care quality and workflow efficiency, and participate in required meetings.
• Complete other assigned projects and duties.

Benefits

• Single or family health insurance with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation.
• 401(k) with immediate matching: 50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay, plus additional annual profit sharing.
• Flexible paid time off program providing 24 days off per year.
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Short-term disability coverage.
• Dental insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree