Medical Assistant

Integrated Dermatology • Plattsburgh, NY

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About The Position

Our busy Dermatology practice is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team! The Medical Assistant will utilize the Electronic Medical Record system and assist physicians by performing both administrative and clinical duties. This includes interviewing patients to obtain their medical history, recording patient medical history, vital statistics, and test results in patient medical files, and cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment and instruments. The Medical Assistant will also assist physicians during examinations by handing over instruments and materials, clean treatment rooms following patient examinations, and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining work practices that comply with established office policy and procedures. Additionally, the role involves promoting a safe environment for patients, visitors, and peers, overseeing and ensuring that patients’ needs are met, and responding to staff doctor needs before, during, and after patient exams. The Medical Assistant will also answer incoming telephone calls, greet, and check in patients in a professional, courteous, and timely manner.

Requirements

• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to work with confidential information and under pressure
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrates initiative
• Team player
• Minimum 1 to 5 years of work experience in a medical setting
• High School Diploma is required

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience with Electronic Medical Record EHR
• Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma or Associate degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Utilize Electronic Medical Record system
• Assist physicians by performing administrative and clinical duties
• Interview patients to obtain their medical history
• Record patient medical history, vital statistics, and test results in patient medical files
• Clean and sterilize medical equipment and instruments
• Assist physicians during examination by handing over instruments and materials
• Clean treatment rooms following patient examinations
• Demonstrate a commitment to maintain work practices that comply with established office policy and procedures
• Promote a safe environment for patients, visitors, and peers
• Oversee and ensure that patients’ needs are met and that patients are served in an efficient and patient-friendly manner
• Respond to staff doctor needs before, during, and after patient exam
• Answer incoming telephone calls, greet and check in patients in a professional, courteous, and timely manner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees