Medical Assistant (Plastic Surgery)
About The Position
Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads (an Inspire Aesthetics Group Partner) strives to provide a comfortable, compassionate, safe plastic surgery experience. With over 90+ years of plastic surgery experience, our award-winning plastic surgeons are well-known for listening to our patients and delivering beautiful results. From our pre-operative care center to our AAAASF-accredited, fully appointed surgical center, we provide our patients with a caring, positive experience from the very first appointment and throughout their care. Job Summary: Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads is seeking a full-time medical assistant (4-day work week) to join our growing team. The medical assistant provides back-office support for patients and other clinical team members. This position performs tasks such as taking vitals, height/weight measurements, and post-operative care. This individual will play a significant role in the communication and flow of the office. Expectation to have flexibility to work in both our Newport News AND Williamsburg practice locations.
Requirements
- High attention to detail and accuracy, as well as verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure & multi-task
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
- Excellent customer service skills
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records
- Desire and ability help maintain a pleasant, team-oriented atmosphere
- Must maintain a professional appearance and grooming at all times
- BLS Certification (Required)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working in a plastic surgery office or comparable medical office setting (Dermatology or Cosmetic Dentist)
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
- Ambulatory surgery center: 1 year (Preferred)
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Assist provider with lasers, injectables, and minor procedures
- Assist in exam room set-up with the necessary supplies and equipment for each procedure
- Ensure all exam room supplies and equipment is stocked daily
- Take history and physical for consults
- Assist with post-op follow up with surgeons (suture removal, drain removal, dressings)
- Communicate and interpret physician's instructions to patients
- Dispose all linen and trash in the appropriate manner
- Empty and replace sharps containers in all rooms
- Manage and oversee the direction and flow of patients to ensure the daily schedule runs efficiently and on time
- Ensure patient information is updated and complete in EMR (take photos, sign consents, update medical history, etc.)
- Operate e-fax, printer, scanner
- Participate in office events and seminars outside regular business hours
- Enthusiastic and optimistic personality
- Perform related work as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
