Medical Assistant - Dermatology - Float

Christie Clinic•Champaign, IL

11d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Christie Clinic's Dermatology department is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant. The position is based at the University Clinic in Champaign, Illinois, with the ability to cover the Danville, Mahomet, Monticello, and Tuscola clinics as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no night or weekend requirements. The Medical Assistant delivers patient care through systematic patient assessment and supports providers and patients in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The role includes scribing responsibilities and requires completion of ACDT Certification within 90 days of service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CPR.
Excellent customer service skills.
Excellent computer skills.
Completion of ACDT Certification within 90 days of service.
Ability to meet the physical demands of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting up to 75 pounds.
Hearing within or correctable to a normal range, vision correctable to 20/20, and manual dexterity to operate office and lab equipment.
Ability to work in a clinical office and Mohs lab setting with possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, hazardous waste, bodily fluids, and other healthcare waste.
Requirements may include working irregular hours.

Nice To Haves

Previous EMR experience, to accommodate scribing responsibilities.
CMA certification.
CNA certification.
Previous healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments before appointments.
Clean and restock rooms at the end of the day.
Perform chart preparation according to department standards.
Maintain and update patient medical records during visits, including allergies and medications, and enter information into the electronic medical record.
Use the flag system appropriately according to standard work.
Review and respond to the electronic medical record work list according to department standard work.
Complete lab order entries and appropriately handle patient specimens, including communicating with patients according to department standard work, as needed.
Assist providers with procedures and surgery, as needed.
Educate patients about medication instructions, procedures, wound care, and other information related to patient care.
Perform related work as required.
Anticipate provider and patient needs and function efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.