Lead Medical Assistant- Dermatology

Integrated Dermatology•Columbia, MD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care is a growing, multi-doctor dermatology practice seeking a Lead Medical Assistant. This role involves assisting providers with medical, cosmetic, and surgical appointments, scribing, managing patient inquiries, and performing administrative tasks. The Lead Medical Assistant will also oversee daily operations for their assigned provider's team, including task management, prior authorizations, and ensuring rooms are stocked and clean. Additionally, this position will assist in training new Medical Assistants and managing the 'nurse schedule'.

Requirements

Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Reliable and prompt.
Computer skills and electronic medical records (EMR) experience required.
Reliable source of transportation.
Strong ability to multi-task.
Experience working in a dermatology office required.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assisting Certification

Responsibilities

Assist with medical dermatology, cosmetic, and surgery appointments.
Scribe for providers and answer patient questions under provider guidance.
Perform administrative tasks, including following up on patient clinical inquiries.
Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor when interacting with patients.
Serve as the point of contact for updates on outstanding tasks for the assigned provider.
Submit and assist with prior authorizations for the assigned provider.
Act as the point of contact for representatives following up on case status and prior authorizations.
Ensure the end-of-day checklist is completed by the assigned provider's MA team.
Ensure rooms are properly stocked and clean at the start and end of the day.
Assist with training new Medical Assistants.
Manage the 'nurse schedule' throughout the day.
Perform other duties as assigned.