Medical Assistant - Dermatology

Summit Health•Livingston, NJ

34d•$22 - $27

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) assists a physician, PA, or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care, and procedures in a dermatology setting. The role prepares examination rooms and information for patient visits, supports safe and efficient care, documents patient information and orders in the EHR and Practice Management System, and provides scribing services. The MA may need to commute to satellite offices as needed and must demonstrate flexibility with various work schedules.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program.
0–1 year of related work experience required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Ability to communicate in English, orally and in writing.
Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner.
Basic proficiency in computer use.
Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed.

Nice To Haves

2–4 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare examination rooms, escort patients, and clean rooms after examinations.
Maintain efficient patient flow and prepare pertinent information for patient visits.
Communicate and provide care consistent with patients’ age, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs.
Answer and direct telephone calls and take accurate messages.
Schedule appointments according to departmental guidelines.
Stock examination rooms and assist with ordering and maintaining supplies.
Reconcile encounters daily according to policy guidelines.
Communicate problems, concerns, or issues promptly to the Supervisor and/or Manager.
Work within the scope of practice.
Obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, height, and weight.
Review and update medication lists and document known allergies accurately in the EHR.
Follow prescription control and prescription refill procedures.
Enter orders and schedule appointments in the Practice Management System and EHR.
Provide referrals and consult orders appropriately and in a timely manner.
Follow universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposing of medical waste.
Maintain proficiency with department-specific equipment, troubleshoot issues, and promptly report malfunctions.
Facilitate transitions of care to urgent care centers or hospitals.
Provide scribing services.
Perform other assigned duties and recognize duties that need to be completed even when not directly assigned.