Medical Assistant

ABACUS DERMATOLOGY MANAGE • Evergreen Park, IL

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About The Position

We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team! Medical Assistants are an important member of the clinical team and assure that patients have a positive, caring and professional experience during their office visit. Our MA will work alongside the provider performing routine administrative and clinical assignments, to keep the medical facility running smoothly.

Requirements

• Previous experience in healthcare administration or other related fields required
• Dermatology experience is preferred, but not required for position. Training for medical and surgical procedures will be provided upon hiring.
• Customer service experience preferred
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred (will need to provide documentation)
• Ability to work well with providers to anticipate and support their needs
• Build rapport with other staff members
• Familiarity with medical billing procedures
• Excellent Communication skills and strong organizational skills are a must
• Education: High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical tasks to support medical staff
• Handle all duties in a timely manner
• Supply ordering & inventory
• Obtain and update the complete patient history and chief complaint
• Greet incoming patients and escort them to exam rooms
• Check for any outstanding biopsies, bloodwork, etc.
• Assist providers with medical & cosmetic procedures
• Provide and reinforce patient education following procedures and office visits
• Set up for select procedures including biopsies, surgical procedures
• Perform the following procedures: dressing changes, suture removal after demonstrating competency and approved by provider, taking patient measurements utilizing the landmarks
• Complete pathology requisition forms with complete and updated patient information
• Maintain a daily log of biopsies and cultures performed by each provider
• Maintain an accurate account of specimens and record on cover sheets of lab bags
• Clean and sterilize instruments
• Maintain medical supply inventory
• Clean, organize and supply patient rooms
• Dispose of garbage and medical waste material
• Check rooms at end of day to make certain they are stocked for the next day
• Review and follow posted OSHA instructions/requirements including hazardous waste, needle stick injuries, emergency evacuations, etc.

Benefits

• Generous compensation and 18 days of paid PTO!
• Comprehensive medical plan offerings with S&A contributing 80% towards premiums
• Employer monthly contribution to HSA (for those selecting that plan option)
• Extensive ancillary benefits: dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, EAP, legal assistance, and more!
• Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED