Medical Assistant - Wilmington

Waccamaw Dermatology•Wilmington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants in delivering dermatology care. The role involves direct patient interaction and contributes to the practice’s goal of providing expert, state-of-the-art patient care. Daily work includes greeting and assisting patients, collecting intake information, responding to calls and electronic correspondence, performing point-of-care testing, scribing in the electronic medical record, preparing exam rooms and surgical procedures, and assisting with procedures.

Requirements

Completion of a technical or vocational training program and certification as a CMA, AAMA, RMA, or CCMA, or Emergency Medical Technician certification.
High school diploma.
One year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Previous experience scribing in the room for a provider.
Current CPR, First Aid, or BLS certificate.
Fluent spoken and written English.
Ability to work 8–10+ hour shifts and be available for overtime when necessary.
Ability to move between locations within and outside the building; push, pull, reach, bend, stand, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
On-site presence and reliable transportation are required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak other languages.

Responsibilities

Assist with dermatological procedures and surgeries, including setting up and sterilizing instruments and completing related documentation logs.
Assist providers with minor surgeries, including procedures involving skin cancer, cysts, and lipomas.
Perform intramuscular, subcutaneous, and numbing injections.
Maintain knowledge of medical terminology, particularly dermatology terminology.
Respond professionally to patient Klara messages, electronic faxes, and phone inquiries.
Greet patients, record medical histories, and take vital signs.
Room patients and prepare them for examinations and procedures.
Communicate follow-up and aftercare instructions to patients.
Scribe during provider appointments and ensure charting is accurate.
Assist with ordering and inventorying medical supplies.
Protect confidential information in accordance with HIPAA and OSHA rules and regulations.
Provide superior customer service and contribute to team efforts by completing related tasks as needed.
Remain flexible and interact positively and professionally across practice departments.
Perform other duties as assigned.