Medical Assistant

Forefront Dermatology•Wausau, WI

12d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant Uncertified Registered I supports dermatology and/or plastic surgery clinicians and helps ensure an efficient, patient-centered clinical experience. The role includes greeting and rooming patients, obtaining and documenting intake information, communicating updates to clinicians, medical scribing during visits, and preparing for and assisting with in-office procedures. The Medical Assistant is not certified but may be registered. Depending on state scope-of-practice rules and applicable credentials, duties may also include administering medications, removing sutures, applying simple wound dressings, and performing basic laboratory tasks such as drawing blood, collecting specimens, and processing them for testing. State registration requirements may apply. Current state requirements will be confirmed before hire.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Required licensure or certification: EMT, CNA, or Surgical Tech.
Ability to obtain Certified Dermatology Technician (CDT) designation within the established timeframe.
Maintain all required state certifications, licenses, and/or registrations as a condition of employment.
Willingness and ability to travel to other clinic locations as needed.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational, computer, and verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with supervisors, colleagues, patients, and the public.
Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and function effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Effective time management skills and ability to support operational efficiency.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in accordance with applicable privacy regulations.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of recent experience in a medical office or similar clinical setting is preferred.
Registered Medical Assistant credential is preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and stock exam rooms, ensuring necessary supplies and instruments are ready.
Greet and room patients, collect and document vital signs, patient history, and reason for visit.
Review medication lists and ensure a preferred pharmacy is captured to support e-prescribing.
Complete MIPS documentation requirements.
Assist with scribing and body area documentation to produce preliminary encounter visit notes.
Set up procedural trays and maintain sterile fields during minor in-office surgeries or treatments.
Prepare patients for common dermatological procedures, such as shave or punch biopsies and phototherapy.
Assist clinicians during basic procedures by handing instruments and documenting scribed notes in the electronic medical record.
Monitor patient comfort during procedures and offer reassurance and support.
Package and prepare specimen or biopsy samples for processing at the correct internal or external dermatopathology lab.
Provide basic patient education on post-visit care and medication instructions as directed by the clinician.
Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean, organized clinical workspace according to infection control standards.
Complete room turnover tasks, including disinfecting and changing linens.
Review and document patient calls regarding routine concerns, escalating complex issues to senior team members or clinicians.
Support clinicians during advanced procedures, such as excisions, I&Ds, electrodessication and curettage, and blue light therapy.
Track inventory of medical supplies and instruments and alert management when replenishment is needed.
Initiate and follow up on prior authorizations and/or biologic therapy starts, maintaining tracking documentation in the electronic medical record.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Where permitted by state scope-of-practice rules and supported by required credentials, administer medications such as oral, intramuscular, or subcutaneous medications.
Where permitted by state scope-of-practice rules and supported by required credentials, remove sutures and apply simple wound dressings.
Where permitted by state scope-of-practice rules and supported by required credentials, perform basic laboratory tasks, including drawing blood, collecting specimens, and processing them for testing.