Medical Assistant

Derick Dermatology•Oak Park, IL

1d•$0 - $18

About The Position

Derick Dermatology is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care under the direction of a provider. The role includes patient intake, procedure setup, phlebotomy, specimen handling, and administrative duties. The Medical Assistant supports providers during examinations and treatments and contributes to a high-quality patient experience in a collaborative practice environment. The schedule consists of three 12-hour shifts per week, from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m., plus one Saturday per month from 6:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The employee may need to travel to other locations within the zone.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to travel to other locations within the zone as needed.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Phlebotomy skills.
Esthetic or cosmetology license.

Responsibilities

Room patients and verify information by interviewing them, recording medical histories, and confirming the purpose of visits.
Collect and process blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens in compliance with CLIA standards.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, and providers’ instructions to patients.
Clean and sterilize medical instruments.
Document patient visits and record patient and laboratory charges for the billing department.
Contact patients with laboratory and pathology results.
Assist providers during examinations and treatments by handing them instruments or materials and performing tasks such as giving injections, removing sutures, and drawing blood.
Clean examination rooms and other work areas and stock inventory as needed.
Train new employees as needed.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.