Medical Assistant (Dermatology) | Knoxville, TN

Anne Arundel Dermatology • Knoxville, TN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Anne Arundel Dermatology is hiring a Medical Assistant for its outpatient Dermatology Associates of Knoxville clinic in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Medical Assistant supports physicians and other providers by preparing procedure trays, maintaining adequate departmental supplies, and assisting with patient care. The clinic provides general dermatology, Mohs surgery, and aesthetic skin care. The schedule is Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

The role includes rooming patients, documenting intake information and provider notes in the EMR, coordinating patient flow, and assisting with dermatology procedures. The Medical Assistant also handles specimens, clinical equipment, supplies, communications, and infection-control practices while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Nearby practice travel may be needed based on business and patient-care needs.

Anne Arundel Dermatology describes itself as a growing organization with more than 300 clinicians and over 110 locations in seven states. It offers hands-on training, continual staff education, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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 an exceptional patient experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Collaborative and dependable, and comfortable working as part of a physician-led clinical team.
• Ability and willingness to learn 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 stand and walk for extended periods; perform moderate talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing; use hands and fingers; handle materials; and lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• The role involves 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 or Certified Nursing Assistant program, or a bachelor’s degree program in the 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 insurance for employees working 30 or more hours per week, effective the first of the month after start.
• Dental insurance for employees working 30 or more hours per week, effective the first of the month after start.
• Vision insurance for employees working 30 or more hours per week, effective the first of the month after start.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage.
• Company-provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Retirement savings account.
• Employee discount on cosmetic services and products.
• Intensive hands-on training, continual education, and long-term career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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