Triage Medical Assistant (48347)

Platinum Dermatology Partners LLC•Katy, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Platinum Dermatology Partners is a network of high-quality dermatology clinics that focus on collaborative and innovative ideas to drive growth. We offer general dermatology, cosmetic, medical, plastic surgery, and cancer screening treatments. We have over 120 clinics, over 350 providers, and more than 2200 employees in clinics across Texas, Arizona, California, Nevada, and Florida. We are a rapidly growing company that allows our doctors to focus on providing exceptional care without worrying about the operational side of the business. Our core values focus on collaboration, ownership, respect, excellence, authenticity, and integrity. Our purpose is to empower the practice of exceptional dermatology. Company Conformance Statements: In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers. Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
Medical Assistant experience is required. (Certifications are preferred.)
Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience working in a medical office as a medical assistant.
Prior dermatology office experience is strongly required.
Experience with biologics is required.
Knowledgeable of medical dermatology terms/CPT, ICD-10.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Quality computer skills.
Professional in phone skills and mannerisms.
Able to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others, patients, and co-workers alike.
Able to prioritize tasks, understand the provider's instructions, patients' needs, and know when to seek information or advice.
Must possess manual dexterity to operate office machines including computer and calculator; stooping and bending to handle files and supplies; and mobility to complete errands or deliveries. Includes handling of sharps and chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Speak on the phone with patients to assist them in determining care needed.
Enter Pathology results into the automated Lab Calls system.
Confidentially and professionally discuss patient pathology and test results with patients in a compassionate manner.
Carefully explain patients conditions to them and what further treatment is required.
Schedule patients for follow-up visits.
Complete internal referrals to the General Surgeon and the Mohs Surgeon
Enter medical information into EHR.
eScribe refills according to the physician's protocol
Completing prior authorizations as needed
Other duties as directed.