Dermatology Medical Assistant
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Staten Island, NY, US
Company:
Advanced Dermatology provides specialized dermatological care, ensuring patient-centered treatment and support in a professional environment.
Summary:
The Medical Assistant provides both administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient patient care and office operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certification, and at least one year of medical assistant experience, preferably in dermatology.
Requirements:
Hard Skills: Knowledge of medical terminology, Exceptional customer service skills, Excellent time management skills
Credentials: High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred, Medical assistant certification (CMA / RMA) preferred
Experience: 1+ year of experience working as a medical assistant (dermatology experience strongly preferred)
Job Description:
Advanced Dermatology, P.C. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to come on board Part Time in our Staten Island office!
*Must be able to work on Sundays *
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant provides administrative and clinical support to licensed medical providers, as allowable by
law, to ensure appropriate patient care and efficient office operations. The position requires accuracy, quality work, compassion, and timeliness, while attending to patient needs.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
• Prepares patients for the visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examination room; providing
examination gowns and drape; helping them position themselves for the examination and/or treatment;
monitoring instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital
signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
• Supports patient-care by helping providers during examinations; preparing specimens; performing basic
laboratory tests on site; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; authorizing drug
refills as directed; calling in prescriptions to pharmacies; removing sutures; changing dressings.
• Enters patients' vital statistics and information such as medications, test results, radiology, and laboratory
orders into the Electronic Health Record.
• Assists during medical examinations, as allowable by law
• Performs general office duties (e.g., answering telephones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms)
• Schedules follow up appointment if indicated by provider
• Returns patient calls by the end of the day
• Other duties as assigned
