Medical Assistant Part-Time (Dermatology)

Anne Arundel Dermatology • Knoxville, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Knoxville Dermatology Group is hiring a part-time Medical Assistant for its outpatient dermatology clinic in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Medical Assistant supports physicians and other providers by preparing procedure trays, maintaining adequate department supplies, and assisting with patient care. The schedule is Monday through Wednesday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The role includes rooming patients, collecting and documenting clinical information, supporting patient flow, assisting with dermatology procedures, handling specimens and clinical communications, and maintaining equipment, supplies, and infection-control standards. The position also involves documenting and scribing in the EMR, assisting with local anesthetic administration, and maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The employer describes a physician-led clinical team and offers hands-on training and opportunities for long-term career growth. Employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the listed benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Comfort supporting general medical and procedural patient care, including rooming patients, obtaining medical histories and vital signs, and assisting providers with clinical procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Collaborative and dependable, with the ability to work as part of a physician-led clinical team.
• Ability and willingness to learn new clinical workflows, technology, and dermatology-specific procedures.
• Flexibility to travel to nearby practice locations when needed based on business and patient-care needs.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements, including extended standing and walking; talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing; using hands and fingers; handling materials; and lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work with risk of exposure to infectious organisms and possible injury due to chemicals and sharp objects.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a medical or clinical setting; dermatology experience is a plus.
• Medical Assistant certification or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, unless otherwise required by state law.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR).
• One to two years of recent Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or other clinical patient-care experience.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program, Certified Nursing Assistant program, or a bachelor's degree program in a pre-med or pre-physician assistant track.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain vital signs, and document intake information in the EMR.
• Coordinate patient flow and support efficient clinic operations.
• Prepare procedure trays, instruments, and equipment, and assist providers with dermatology procedures.
• Prepare and route pathology and laboratory specimens according to insurance requirements.
• Respond to patient questions, clinical task lists, and nurse-line messages as directed.
• Clean, sterilize, maintain, and inventory clinical equipment and instruments.
• Maintain medication and supply inventory, remove expired items, and restock clinical areas.
• Support infection-control standards and keep clinical spaces organized and fully stocked.
• Accurately document patient information and scribe provider notes in the EMR.
• Assist with administration of local anesthetic.
• Handle phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental communications in a timely manner.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective the first day of the month after the start date.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse, and child.
• Critical illness and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Company-provided basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Retirement savings account.
• Employee discount on cosmetic services and products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED