Medical Assistant
- Full-time
Company Description
Our busy Dermatology practice is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team!
Job Description
- Utilize Electronic Health Record system
- Assists providers by performing administrative and clinical duties as needed
- Interviews patients to obtain and record medical history, vital statistics and test results.
- Cleans and sterilizes medical equipment and instruments.
- Clean and stock treatment rooms following patient examinations.
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintain workplace compliant practices to promote a safe environment.
- Respond to patient and providers needs before, during, and after patient exam including wound care instructions
- Respond to clinical questions from patients including test results and pharmacy needs
- Secure medication preauthorization from insurance payer and coordinate with pharmacy as needed
- If needed, answer incoming telephone calls, greet and check in patients in a professional, courteous, and timely manner
Qualifications
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to work with confidential information and under pressure
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Demonstrates initiative
- Team player
Job Type:
- Full time: Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm
- Starting pay rate $20/hr
Experience:
- 1 year of work experience in a medical office setting preferred
- Preferred previous dermatology experience preferred
- Experience with Electronic Health Records preferred
Education:
- High School Diploma is required
Certifications/Licenses:
- Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma or Associate degree preferred
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.