Medical Assistant (PRN) - Buford & Cumming, GA

Anne Arundel Dermatology • Cumming, GA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

North Atlanta Dermatology is hiring a PRN Medical Assistant (2-3 days per week) to support our Buford & Cumming locations with medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology appointments. The shift schedule is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a 1-hour lunch. Shifts are not guaranteed but usually amount to 2-3 days per week. Medical Assistant experience in any specialty is welcome; dermatology experience is a plus but not required. This is a great opportunity for pre-med, pre-PA, or post-bacc students in a gap year seeking hands-on clinical experience; however, candidates should have some prior clinical or patient-facing healthcare experience. At Anne Arundel Dermatology, we give exceptional care to our patients and to each other, committed to continual training and education for physicians and staff, staying updated on the latest developments in dermatology. We provide hands-on training and long-term career growth opportunities from within.

Requirements

• Able to triage patient problems
• Be familiar with and compliant OSHA/HIPAA, infection control & Blood Borne Pathogen Standards
• Experience measuring vital signs and preparing patients for appointments
• Experience administering injections
• Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and ICD-10 codes
• Knowledge of office financial policies
• Basic computer skills and experience in EMR utilization
• Able to operate standard office equipment (i.e. computer, fax, copier, scanner, etc)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent in English
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to work in an effective, cooperative, and courteous manner with staff, patients, and visitors
• Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team
• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction
• Ability to spell, sort and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically
• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior clinical or patient-facing healthcare experience

Nice To Haves

• Dermatology experience
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, or a bachelor’s degree in a pre-med or pre-physician assistant track
• 1-2 years of recent experience in a Medical Assistant, CNA, or similar hands-on patient care role

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and confirm name and date of birth
• Obtain and record vital signs, medical history, and chief complaint
• Scribe for providers during patient visits
• Assist provider with in-office dermatology procedures (biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, injections, wound care)
• Set up procedure trays, instruments, and equipment
• Prepare, label, and route pathology and lab specimens according to insurance guidelines
• Document clinical notes and provider instructions in the EMR
• Provide post-procedure and wound-care instructions to patients
• Sterilize instruments, maintain infection control standards, and restock exam rooms
• Monitor nurse line / tasking and respond to patient questions as directed
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality at all times

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date
• Short-term and long-term disability, voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, and child), critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee discounts on cosmetic services and products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees