Medical Assistant

Arkansas Dermatology•Russellville, AR

11d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports providers in a dermatology setting and serves as a patient advocate during examinations and treatment. The role includes recording patient medical histories, confirming visit purposes, obtaining required documentation, preparing patients for examinations, and helping providers examine and treat patients. Hands-on clinical work includes blood draws, injections, wound care, and assisting with procedures. The Medical Assistant maintains accurate electronic health records, follows HIPAA requirements and safe OSHA practices, educates patients, returns patient phone calls, and handles medication-refill and prescription-information tasks under provider direction. The position requires prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Travel to another office may be required for training.

Requirements

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Clinical experience.
A job history demonstrating stability and longevity.
Willingness to learn new skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong work ethic and high level of professionalism.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Positive, caring attitude toward patients.
Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Serve as a patient advocate during patient exams and treatment.
Record medical histories and confirm the purpose of patient visits.
Ensure proper documentation is obtained before preparing patients for treatment.
Prepare patients for examination.
Help providers examine and treat patients.
Perform blood draws, injections, and wound care, and assist during procedures.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and follow safe OSHA practices.
Maintain accurate electronic charts in the EHR.
Provide patient education.
Return patient phone calls.
Under provider direction, authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
Collect, document, and deliver laboratory specimens.