Medical Assistant (46751)

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.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Escort patient to and from exam room, help patient prepare for exam.
• Enter medical histories and prescriptions into EMR.
• Assist physician during exam/procedure.
• Perform extractions, injections and other patient treatments.
• Prepare and collect path/lab specimens, notify patients of results and schedule follow up appointments.
• Educate patients and respond to patient questions in office/on phone as needed.
• Document all medical instructions given to patients.
• Clean and organize exam rooms, prepare procedure trays, clean and autoclave instruments, and stock supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: Certification preferred (i.e., Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Dermatology Technician, etc.)

Experience: Minimum one year of Medical Assistant experience in a doctor’s office (deal breaker). Prior dermatology experience preferred.

Other Requirements: None

Performance Requirements:

• Quality written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional in appearance and mannerisms.
• Knowledgeable of medical dermatology terms/CPT, ICD-10.
• Able to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others, patients and co-workers alike.
• Able to prioritize tasks, understand the provider’s instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment: Position is in a well-lighted medical office environment. Occasional evening and weekend work.

Physical Requirements: Must possess the manual dexterity to operate office machines including computer and calculator; stooping, bending to handle files and supplies; and mobility to complete errands or deliveries. Includes handling of sharps and chemicals. Stress can be triggered by multiple staff demands and deadlines.