Medical Assistant

Anne Arundel Dermatology•Russtown, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Anne Arundel Dermatology is hiring a Medical Assistant for its outpatient dermatology clinic in Shallotte, North Carolina. The Medical Assistant supports physicians and other providers by preparing procedure trays, maintaining adequate departmental supplies, and assisting with patient care. The schedule is 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., four to five days per week, Monday through Friday. The organization provides medical, surgical, and esthetic skin care services and describes opportunities for hands-on training and long-term career growth. Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED required.
Ability to triage patient concerns.
Familiarity with and compliance with OSHA/HIPAA, infection control, and 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, and office financial policies.
Basic computer skills and experience using an EMR.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer, fax, copier, and scanner.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluent in English.
Ability to function in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively, and courteously with staff, patients, and visitors.
Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed.
Ability to multitask, prioritize appropriately, and work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to spell, sort, and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; perform moderate talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing; use hands and fingers; talk and listen in person and by telephone; handle paper and supplies; and lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
Risk of exposure to infectious organisms and possible injury from chemicals and sharp objects.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Medical Assistant program, Certified Nursing Assistant program, or bachelor’s degree program in the pre-med or pre-physician assistant track preferred.
CPR certification preferred.
One to two years of recent experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or in other clinical patient care preferred.
Previous dermatology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Room patients and document intake.
Obtain and record vital signs.
Organize patient flow.
Set up procedure trays, instruments, and equipment according to instructions.
Assist providers with dermatology procedures.
Prepare pathology and laboratory specimens and route them to the correct laboratory as directed by the patient’s insurance plan.
Respond to patient questions in the office and by phone as instructed.
Review and address clinical task lists and nurse line messages.
Calibrate, clean, sterilize, and inventory equipment and instruments according to schedule, and maintain records of maintenance.
Maintain medication supplies, discard expired supplies, and keep appropriate records.
Maintain infection control and ensure supply rooms and cabinets are stocked.
Order, sort, restock, and inventory supplies.
Accurately document patient information and scribe provider notes in the EMR.
Assist with administration of local anesthetic.
Address phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental mail in a timely manner.
Maintain HIPAA compliance.
Perform other duties assigned as necessary by management.

Benefits

Medical insurance, effective the first of the month after start date.
Dental insurance, effective the first of the month after start date.
Vision insurance, 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 employee, spouse, and child, effective the first of the month following hire.
Critical illness and hospital indemnity coverage, effective the first of the month following hire.
Company-provided basic life and AD&D insurance.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Retirement savings account.
Employee discount on cosmetic services and products.