Medical Assistant

Westlake Dermatology P A•Austin, TX

15d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Westlake Dermatology has an immediate opening for a full-time Monday-Thursday Medical Assistant to assist a provider at our Dripping Springs location. Candidate must have great attention to detail and excellent customer service skills; must have the ability to multi-task; and prior EHR (EMA) experience is a plus. Prior dermatology or plastic surgery experience is preferred. Job Description The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the physician with patient care, including obtaining history, chief complaint, and consents; assisting with cosmetic procedures (including Botox, fillers, etc.); preparing exam rooms; escorting patients to room; preparing them for provider; and assisting in patient education regarding aftercare protocols and what to expect after treatment. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, EHR charting, stocking of rooms, and turnover of rooms. Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and managing schedule to ensure appointments are scheduled appropriately and supplies needed for procedure are available. Westlake Dermatology is requesting new hires have the Covid-19 vaccination

Requirements

High school diploma plus either completion of a college degree or a Medical Assistant program required
Excellent communication skills
Good problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced environment
Well-organized with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Empathetic with patient needs and concerns
Ability to work well with provider, anticipating their needs in regard to patient treatment
Knowledge of medical and skin care terminology
Proficient with general computer skills
Able to stand for long periods of time

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant certification is preferred
1-2 years of prior experience in a dermatology or cosmetic/surgical clinic setting working as a medical assistant or clinical assistant preferred
prior EHR (EMA) experience is a plus

Responsibilities

assisting the physician with patient care, including obtaining history, chief complaint, and consents
assisting with cosmetic procedures (including Botox, fillers, etc.)
preparing exam rooms
escorting patients to room
preparing them for provider
assisting in patient education regarding aftercare protocols and what to expect after treatment
EHR charting
stocking of rooms
turnover of rooms
reviewing and managing schedule to ensure appointments are scheduled appropriately and supplies needed for procedure are available