Medical Assistant Dermatology | part-time

Anne Arundel Dermatology•Raleigh, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Anne Arundel Dermatology is hiring a Medical Assistant for its outpatient dermatology clinic in Raleigh, North Carolina. The role supports physicians and other providers by preparing procedure trays, maintaining department supplies, and assisting with patient care. The schedule is 2–4 days per week, with shifts between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Medical Assistant rooms patients, records vital signs and intake information, supports patient flow, prepares for and assists with dermatology procedures, and handles specimens and clinical communications. The position also involves maintaining equipment and supplies, documenting care in the EMR, supporting infection control, and following HIPAA requirements. Employees may need to travel to nearby practice locations based on business and patient-care needs. Anne Arundel Dermatology describes itself as a dermatology organization founded more than 50 years ago, with over 300 clinicians and more than 110 locations in seven states. The company offers hands-on training and opportunities for long-term career growth. Benefits are offered to employees working 30 or more hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
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 providing an exceptional patient experience.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, 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 new clinical workflows, technology, and dermatology-specific procedures.
Flexibility to travel to nearby practice locations when needed based on business and patient-care needs.
Standing and walking for extended periods; moderate talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing; use of hands and fingers; handling materials such as paper and supplies; lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds; and possible exposure to infectious organisms, 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).
1–2 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 maintain organized, fully stocked clinical spaces.
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 date.
Dental insurance for employees working 30 or more hours per week, effective the first of the month after start date.
Vision insurance for employees working 30 or more hours per week, effective the first of the month after start date.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage, effective the first of the month following hire.
Voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses, and children, effective the first of the month following hire.
Critical illness coverage, effective the first of the month following hire.
Hospital indemnity coverage, effective the first of the month following hire.
Company-provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Retirement savings account.
Employee discount on cosmetic services and products.