Working in a dermatology clinic, the Medical Assistant prepares patients for exams, assists with procedures, and performs laboratory tasks. This role is ideal for a certified Medical Assistant with strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care.
Responsibilities
Prepare and room patients for exams by obtaining vital signs and gathering, documenting, and updating pertinent health information (e.g., chief complaint, allergies, medications)
Monitor and complete Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures, notifying clinicians of opportunities within their scope
Perform laboratory procedures (e.g., strep test, wound culture, specimen collection) using aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines
Assist the Physician/Advanced Practice Professional (APP) with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy
Administer routine medications under Physician/APP orders or medical group approved standing orders/protocols, including immunizations, antibiotics, vitamins, and topical agents
Follow through with necessary procedure or test requests, pre-approved care algorithms, new appointment times, and referrals to other facilities or services
Refer questions to Registered Nurses and Physician/APC per scope of practice guidelines and relay information back to patients as directed
Communicate with Physician/APP and other members of the healthcare team to ensure smooth clinic flow and adjust as necessary
Effectively communicate accurate and timely information with patients
May perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks or skills based on the specialty and appropriate competencies, such as removal of sutures and staples, laboratory procedures (throat/nose culture, drug screen), phlebotomy (butterfly, venous heel stick), EKG, spirometry, Holter monitor application, and prescription refills using approved protocols, under clinical supervision
Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures
Requirements
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Current Medical Assistant certification from one of the following: CMA from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), CCMA from National Health career Association (NHA), NCMA from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), RMA from American Medical Technologists (AMT), RMA from American Allied Health, NCMSMA from National Healthcare Worker’s Association (NHCWA), NRCMA from National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), NRMA from National Registry of Medical Assistants (NRMA)
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Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians
Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a Windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems
Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience
Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday
Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance
Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills
Nice to have:
1 year of experience
Important Details
Hazards: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids (frequent exposure)
Protective clothing and equipment: required as needed
About the Company
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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