Medical Assistant

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Base pay range
$17.00/hr - $19.00/hr

Company Overview
At DOCS Dermatology Group, we are not just one of the largest dermatology practices in the nation; we are a dedicated community passionate about skin health! With more than 200 providers across 20 practice brands and 100+ locations in 10 states, we’ve been transforming the lives of our patients for more than 40 years. Our mission is clear: to prioritize our patients with outstanding medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services, all delivered in a friendly, convenient, and compassionate environment.

Summary
A Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled professional responsible for general clinical and procedural patient care, under supervision of the Practice Manager and/or center Physicians/Providers. They are an integral part of the healthcare team assisting in patient care management.

• Verify patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history and confirming purpose of visit.
• Enter medical history and visit information into EHR.
• Escort patients to exam room.
• Ask pertinent medical questions and data entry into EHR.
• Prepare patient for exam by providing them with drapes and other materials to ensure they are prepared for the visit when the Physician enters the room.
• Taking photographs.
• Assisting physician during medical examination and procedures.
• Schedule medical procedures.
• Instruct patients on proper usage of medications.
• Phone in prescriptions to various pharmacies.
• Change wound dressings, removing sutures, and in-office phlebotomy.
• Collect, log and package lab specimens for transport.
• Sterilize medical instruments.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, verifying receipt.
• Complete phone triage.
• Notify all patients of pathology and lab results.
• Scribe office visits.
• Administer IM, SQ, and topical medications as ordered.
• Perform and document nurse visit appointments including suture removals, UVB, Excimer, Patch Testing, and Biologic injections.
• Maintaining safe, secure and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k matching.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off.

• High School diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Prior experience in medical office.
• Ability to learn related center tasks and be of assistance to management and physicians.
• Self-motivated to achieve the highest patient care and customer service standards.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding (preferred).
• Familiarity with the Mod Med EMA EMR (preferred).
• Thorough understanding of HIPAA law.
• Team player.

• Standing or walking for extended periods.
• Ability to periodically lift objects or equipment up to 35 lbs.
• Moderate levels of pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead to prep exam rooms and clean/sterilize rooms.
• Ability to observe details at close range within a few feet.
• Ability to hear normal conversation levels.
• Hand dexterity.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care