Medical Assistant
About The Position
Riverchase Dermatology, an AQUA Dermatology portfolio practice, is Florida’s largest and most comprehensive full-service skin care provider in the Southeast, offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, plastic surgery, vein care, and radiation oncology. The Medical Assistant assists providers with patient visits, including consultative and surgical procedures. The ideal candidate is positive, energetic, intelligent, dependable, organized, and able to multitask. The role involves supporting quality patient care, preparing patients for examinations and treatments, assisting with procedures, maintaining exam rooms and instruments, documenting patient information, and handling related administrative tasks. This is a full-time, first-shift position. Candidates should demonstrate compassion, communicate effectively, prioritize tasks, follow provider instructions, and know when to seek information or advice. Travel between locations is required. Hands-on clinical experience is sought, though the employer will train the right candidate. Medical assistant certification, a Certified Surgical Technologist license, or LPN qualification is preferred; dermatology or surgical experience is preferred but not required.
Requirements
- Demonstrate compassion and caring when dealing with patients and coworkers.
- Be able to prioritize tasks, understand provider instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.
- Have proficient written and verbal communication skills.
- Be able to travel between locations.
- Have hands-on experience in a clinical setting; the employer will train the right candidate.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assistant (MA) certification, Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) license, or LPN qualification.
- Dermatology or surgical experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist providers in delivering quality care to patients.
- Greet and prepare patients for examinations and treatments.
- Provide side-by-side assistance with surgical procedures.
- Assist with sterilizing instruments and keep exam rooms clean and organized.
- Review medical history and accurately and confidentially maintain patient records and documentation, including notes in the EMR system.
- Obtain appropriate consents when necessary.
- Call in prescriptions, perform patient callbacks, and handle administrative duties when necessary.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage available after 30 days of hire.
- Short-term disability and life insurance, plus ancillary options.
- 10 days of PTO, increasing to 15 days upon completion of the first year.
- 401(k) available after 90 days of hire.
- Growth and advancement opportunities.
- Discounts on services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
