Medical Assistant Intern - Ballantyne Dermatology

Tryon Medical Partners•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Medical Assistant Intern will support the Dermatology department while gaining experience and educational opportunities. This is a full-time, paid position supporting the Dermatology team at Ballantyne, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The intern will assist with patient intake and preparation, maintain complete and accurate patient records, coordinate medical information, and communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals. The role also offers hands-on experience and exposure to a medical setting, including laboratory, primary care services, registration, document management, and care coordination. The intern may administer injections after completing Tryon training certification.

Requirements

Be enrolled in or hold a degree from an accredited undergraduate or graduate college or university program focused on medicine.
Be on track to return to medical school or complete a Physician Assistant program.
Have proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Complete online and in-person vaccination administration training.
Have excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Have good written and verbal communication skills.
Be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Be self-directed and able to work without supervision.
Complete the Hepatitis B Vaccine and Flu Vaccine Form; candidates may decline vaccination using a declination form or provide vaccination records from a previous employer.
Complete a TB test.
Maintain American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS Certification.
Be able to lift and support 35 pounds.
Be able to concentrate on details and use a computer for long periods.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms or procedure rooms; interview patients; measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature; collect patient history; perform screenings according to provider guidelines; prepare patients for physical examinations; and document information in patient charts.
Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, and specimen collection.
Assemble patient health information, including symptoms, medical history, examination results, X-ray reports, laboratory tests, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
Ensure related reports, laboratory results, and other information are available in medical records before appointments.
Review forms to ensure they are completed, properly identified, and signed, and that necessary information is included in the EHR.
Communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals as needed to clarify diagnoses or obtain additional information.
Obtain and send patient medical records to support continuity of care.
Gain hands-on experience and exposure to areas including laboratory, primary care services, registration, document management, and care coordination.
Administer injections after completing Tryon training certification.
Complete other duties as assigned.