About This Role
This role combines administrative responsibilities with clinical support to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality dermatologic care. The Medical Assistant performs patient care under the direction and supervision of a physician or advanced practice provider (APP) in an ambulatory setting as a medical assistant scribe. They assist with patient care, biopsy procedures, surgical excisions, documenting clinical encounters, preparing examination rooms, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Responsibilities
- Document patient histories, chief complaints, symptoms, and review of systems in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Record physical examination findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up instructions as directed by the provider
- Accurately enter clinical notes in real time during patient encounters
- Update medication lists, allergies, medical histories, and relevant patient information
- Assist providers with reviewing and completing clinical documentation
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
- Room patients, obtain vital signs, and update medical histories
- Prepare examination rooms and ensure medical supplies are readily available
- Assist the dermatologist during skin examinations, biopsies, cryotherapy, and other dermatologic procedures within the scope of training and applicable regulations
- Prepare patients for procedures and provide basic post-procedure instructions as directed by the provider
- Assist with specimen labeling, handling, and preparation for laboratory submission
- Clean and sterilize instruments according to office protocols
- Assist with medication reconciliation, prescription requests, and prior authorizations as directed
- Schedule follow-up appointments and coordinate patient care
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe clinical environment
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and assess data appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients
- Demonstrate awareness of medical/legal issues, patient rights and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies
- Maintain supplies inventory of procedures and exam rooms
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by your supervisor/manager
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Graduate of a medical assistant program or an accredited college or technical school
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical office
- Completes Dermatology training and demonstrates proficiency within the first 90 days of hire
