Medical Assistant - Wilmington
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants in delivering dermatology care. The role involves direct patient interaction, including greeting patients, collecting intake information, answering calls and electronic correspondence, performing point-of-care testing, and scribing in the electronic medical record. The Medical Assistant also prepares exam rooms and surgical procedures and assists with procedures, contributing to the practice’s patient-care mission. The position requires on-site presence in Wilmington, North Carolina. Hours are determined by department needs and assigned between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
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.
- Reliable transportation.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to speak other languages.
Responsibilities
- Assist during dermatological procedures and surgeries, including setting up and sterilizing instruments and completing 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, especially dermatology terminology.
- Respond professionally to patient Klara messages, electronic faxes, and phone inquiries.
- Greet patients professionally, record medical histories, and take vital signs.
- Room patients and prepare them for examinations and procedures.
- Communicate aftercare and follow-up instructions to patients.
- Scribe during provider appointments and ensure accurate charting in the electronic medical record.
- Assist with ordering and inventorying medical supplies.
- Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and OSHA rules and regulations.
- Provide excellent customer service and contribute to team tasks as needed.
- Remain flexible and interact positively and professionally across practice departments.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
