Medical Assistant

Derick Dermatology•Libertyville, IL

15d•$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, laboratory specimen handling, and administrative duties in a dermatology practice. The position also involves maintaining clean and stocked work areas, documenting visits and charges, communicating test results, and helping train new employees. Travel to other locations in the zone may be needed. The schedule consists of three 12-hour shifts per week, from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, and one Saturday per month from 6:45 AM to 12:30 PM.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Room patients, verify patient information, record medical history, and confirm 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 with examinations and treatment, including handing them instruments or materials, giving injections, removing sutures, and performing phlebotomy.
Clean examination rooms and other work areas and restock inventory as needed.
Train new employees as needed.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.