Medical Assistant

Forefront Dermatology•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is essential during patient visits, accompanying the dermatologist in the room and helping promote a friendly and efficient environment for patients, staff, and dermatologists. This role works 40 hours per week: Monday through Thursday from 7:45 a.m. until the clinic closes (approximately 4:15–5:00 p.m.), and Friday from 7:45 a.m. until the clinic closes (approximately 1:15–1:30 p.m.). The position may require travel to other clinic locations as needed.

Requirements

Minimum post-high-school education in a medical support field, such as Certified Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse.
Non-certified Medical Assistants must complete the Forefront Derm Tech certification program within the prescribed time period and maintain certification upon expiration.
Keep current on all state certifications, licenses, and/or registrations required to continue employment.
Be willing to travel to other clinic locations as needed.
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Record systems.
Organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, clients, and visitors.
Ability to multitask, prioritize appropriately, and work well independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of recent experience in a medical office in a similar capacity is preferred.
Certified Medical Assistant or DERM Tech certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Room patients and document vital information.
Scribe information for the dermatologist.
Provide post-operative wound care to patients.
Draw blood and remove sutures.
Clean and stock examination rooms.
Schedule patient appointments.
Assist the dermatologist with procedures, including surgical photographs, punch, DIF, and shave biopsies; excisions; electrodessication and curettage; incision and drainage; Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery; phototherapy; injections; KOH preparations; trichograms; Tzanck preparations; dermabrasion; patch testing; and blue light treatments.

Benefits

Access to health, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account with a $500 matching contribution.
Eligible for paid time off and holiday pay.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability for full-time employees.
Access to voluntary short-term disability insurance for full-time employees.
Access to additional life insurance.
Eligible for accident and critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, and Cancer Guardian.
401(k) with employer contribution.
Profit sharing.
Employee discounts.