Medical Assistant

Westlake Dermatology P A • San Antonio, TX

39d • $18 - $20

About The Position

Westlake Dermatology has an immediate opening for a Full-Time Medical Assistant to assist providers at our San Antonio Alamo Heights (SAAH) and Almos Park(SAOP) offices. The schedule will be Monday/Wednesday: SAAH, and Tuesday/Thursday:SAOP. Candidates must have great attention to detail and excellent customer service skills; must have the ability to multi-task; and prior EHR (EMA) experience is a plus. Prior dermatology or plastic surgery experience is preferred.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the physician with patient care, including obtaining history, chief complaint, and consents; assisting with cosmetic procedures (including Botox, fillers, etc.); preparing exam rooms; escorting patients to room; preparing them for provider; and assisting in patient education regarding aftercare protocols and what to expect after treatment. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, EHR charting, stocking of rooms, and turnover of rooms. Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and managing schedule to ensure appointments are scheduled appropriately and supplies needed for procedure are available.

Requirements

• High school diploma plus either completion of a college degree or a Medical Assistant program required
• Medical assistant certification is preferred
• 1-2 years of prior experience in a dermatology or cosmetic/surgical clinic setting working as a medical assistant or clinical assistant preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced environment
• Well-organized with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Empathetic with patient needs and concerns
• Ability to work well with provider, anticipating their needs in regard to patient treatment
• Knowledge of medical and skin care terminology
• Proficient with general computer skills
• Able to stand for long periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Prior EHR (EMA) experience
• Prior dermatology or plastic surgery experience

Responsibilities

• assisting the physician with patient care, including obtaining history, chief complaint, and consents
• assisting with cosmetic procedures (including Botox, fillers, etc.)
• preparing exam rooms
• escorting patients to room
• preparing them for provider
• assisting in patient education regarding aftercare protocols and what to expect after treatment
• EHR charting
• stocking of rooms
• turnover of rooms
• reviewing and managing schedule to ensure appointments are scheduled appropriately and supplies needed for procedure are available

Benefits

• benefits
• 401K options for full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED