Medical Assistant (Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology)

Berman Skin Institute•Walnut Creek, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Berman Skin Institute (BSI) is a group of dermatology and cosmetic surgery centers with ten medical practice locations across Northern California. Founded in 1993, BSI's mission is to blend state-of-the-art medical technology and research with a dedication to patient welfare and healing to provide patients with the best possible dermatologic care. BSI has a diverse patient population and offers a broad range of services including medical and surgical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and medi-spa/esthetician treatments. BSI is looking for energetic Medical Assistants to join their growing practices. Excellent patient care is the number one priority with a team approach to service. The ideal candidate is polished, friendly, professional, motivated, a team player, emotionally and professionally mature, has initiative to problem solve, and is empowered to address issues as they arise. BSI has opportunities for Medical Assistants at multiple locations across their offices in the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento Valley region.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Certified Medical Assistant
CPR
Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and medications
Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function
Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations
Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and teammate support needs
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to intermediate problem solving
Basic to intermediate computer operation
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function
Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines
High level of emotional and professional maturity and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and trust, navigate and flex to varied personalities and communications styles
Unquestionable work ethic, personal integrity, and honesty
Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

2+ years experience in a medical setting
Dermatology experience a plus

Responsibilities

Serve as a patient advocate during patient exam and treatment
Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height
Show patients to examination rooms, procedure rooms or operative rooms and prepare them for the physician
Record patients' medical history, medications, allergies, vital statistics and information such as test results in medical records
Ensure proper consent forms are obtained prior to preparing a patient for treatment
Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician following safety protocol of right dose, right patient, right route, right drug and noting expiration date
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, wound care instructions and physician’s instructions to patients
Help physician examine and treat patients, handing them instruments and materials or performing such tasks as giving injections and removing sutures
Under physician direction, authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies
Prepare and clean exam rooms and medical equipment in between each patient and at the end of the day
Assist physician with surgical procedure while maintaining sterile field
Assess the patient’s condition throughout the exam, procedure or surgery according to the facility’s policies and notify physician and RN of any indication of distress
Correctly disposes of infection waste and bio hazard materials
Schedule appointments for patients
Change dressings on wound
Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests and/or admission
Inventory and assess the need for instruments, supplies and equipment while keeping the room stocked
Performs accurate documentation of all procedures in a timely manner
Assist physicians in patient, employee, or visitor medical emergencies and ensure proper documentation per facility’s policy
Inventory and order medical emergency supplies monthly and ensure all equipment is in proper working order
Adheres to all policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service
Performs other duties as needed