Medical Assistant (Dermatology) - Newport News, VA Job at Anne Arundel Dermatolo

Medical Assistant (Dermatology) - Newport News, VA

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Overview

The Medical Assistant will assist physicians and other providers by preparing procedure trays, ensuring adequate supplies, and providing patient care in our outpatient dermatology clinic.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with dermatology procedures and local anesthetic administration.
• Prepare path/lab specimens and route to correct lab per insurance plan.
• Obtain and record vital signs, triage patient concerns, and document intake in the EMR.
• Organize patient flow, calibrate, clean, sterilize, and inventory all equipment and instruments.
• Maintain medication supplies, infection control, and supply room stocking.
• Respond to patient questions, phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental mail in a timely manner.
• Execute other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED; completion of a Medical Assistant or CNA program preferred.
• 1-2 years recent experience as a Medical Assistant or CNA, dermatology experience preferred.
• CPR certified preferred.
• Ability to triage patient concerns, obtain vital signs, and prepare patients for appointments.
• Experience administering injections and knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Knowledge of office financial policies and basic computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English.
• Ability to work well in a high-paced, stressful environment and as part of a team.
• Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed.

Licensure/Certifications/Education

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program, Certified Nursing Assistant program, or a bachelor’s degree in pre-med or pre-physician assistant track preferred.
• CPR certified preferred.
• 1-2 years recent experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or other clinical patient care experience preferred.
• Previous experience in Dermatology is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing.
• Use of hands and fingers.
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Risk of exposure to infectious organisms and chemicals and sharp objects.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance effective one month after start date.
• Short-term and long-term disability, voluntary life, critical illness, and hospital indemnity effective one month after hire.
• Company provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, retirement savings account.
• Employee discount on cosmetic services and products.