Medical Assistant (Bilingual)- Wheaton, MD.

Anne Arundel Dermatology•Silver Spring, MD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Anne Arundel Dermatology, a leading provider of dermatological care with over 50 years of experience and a strong presence in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern states, is seeking a skilled and bilingual Medical Assistant. With over 250 clinicians and 110 locations, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and fostering a supportive environment for our staff. We invest in continuous training and education, offering significant hands-on training and long-term career growth opportunities. The Medical Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our Physicians and Providers by preparing procedure trays, managing department supplies, and directly assisting with patient care.

Requirements

Able to triage patient problems.
Be familiar with and compliant OSHA/HIPAA, infection control & Blood Borne Pathogen Standards.
Experience measuring vital signs and preparing patients for appointments.
Experience administering injections.
Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and ICD-10 codes.
Knowledge of office financial policies.
Basic computer skills and experience in EMR utilization.
Able to operate standard office equipment (i.e. computer, fax, copier, scanner, etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Fluent in English.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to work in an effective, cooperative, and courteous manner with staff, patients, and visitors.
Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team.
Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction.
Ability to spell, sort and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically.
High School Graduate or GED required.
CPR certified preferred.
1-2 years of recent experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or other clinical patient care experience preferred.
Previous experience in Dermatology is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Medical Assistant Program, Certified Nursing Assistant program or completion of a bachelor’s degree program in the pre-med or pre-physician’s assistant track preferred.
Previous experience in Dermatology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms and confirm first & last name & DOB.
Obtain and record vital signs.
Organize patient flow.
Setup procedure tray, instruments, and equipment according to instructions.
Prepare Path/lab specimens, route to correct lab directed by patient insurance plan.
Respond to patient questions in office and on phone as instructed.
Check to-dos/Nurse line.
Calibrate, clean, sterilize and inventory all equipment & instruments according to schedule.
Keep appropriate records of maintenance.
Maintain medication supplies, discard out-of-date supplies, and keep appropriate records.
Maintain infection control and make sure supply rooms and cabinets are stocked.
Ordering, sorting, restocking and inventory of all supplies.
Document all medical instructions given to patients, thoroughly review wound care with patients when applicable.
Anesthesia/Inject for procedures.
Ensure all phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental mail are addressed in a timely manner.
Must maintain HIPAA compliance.