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OverviewCome join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our Jackson, MI clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then a career at Forefront may be the perfect fit for you!Summary:The Medical Assistant is essential during the patient visit, accompanying the dermatologist in the room and promoting a friendly and efficient environment for patients, staff, and dermatologists.Here are just a few things we offer:Access to health, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account $500 matching contributionEligible for PTO and Holiday payCompany paid life insurance and long term disability (full-time only)Access to voluntary short term disability insurance (full-time only)Access to additional life insuranceEligible for Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity and Cancer Guardian401K with employer contributionProfit sharingEmployee discountsAnd much more! ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:Rooming patients and documents all vital informationScribing information for the dermatologistProviding post op wound care to patientsDrawing blood and suture removalCleaning and stocking the exam roomsScheduling patient appointmentsAssisting the dermatologist with procedures such as:Surgical photographsBiopsies - punch, DIF and shaveExcisionsElectrodessication and curettageI&DMohs micrographic skin cancer surgeryPhototherapyInjectionsKoh prepsTrichogramsTzank prepsDermabrasionPatch testingBlue light QualificationsEducation:Minimum post high-school education in a medical support field: Certified Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse (Non-Certified Medical Assistants will need to complete the Forefront Derm Tech certification program within the prescribed time period and maintain certification upon expiration).Post High School education in a medical support field: Certified Medical Assistant, DERM TechKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:1-2 years of recent experience in a medical office in a similar capacity is preferredMust keep current on all state certifications, licenses and/or registrations to continue employmentMust be willing to travel to other clinic locations as neededProficiency with computers including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Record systemsMust possess organizational and communication skillsAbility to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, clients, and visitorsAbility to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team
Full Time
$35k-42k (estimate)
04/25/2024
05/11/2024
forefrontdermatology.com
BLOOMINGTON, IN
200 - 500
1977
Private
$10M - $50M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
Forefront Dermatologyis engaged in providing dermatology and diagnostic solutions for the chronic skin conditions.
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“Medical assistants need to be compassionate, understanding, good listeners and problem solvers,” Pufall says.
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“They are a great support to a medical practice by having the ability to perform both patient care duties and both front- and back-office duties.”.
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Due to the variety of tasks and responsibilities, what a medical assistant does will depend on where they work.
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Medical Assistant duties vary by location, size of clinic, and specialty.
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Medical assistants are also responsible for collecting samples for laboratory testing.
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Complete a Required Medical Assistant Program (One to Two Years).
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Dress Professionally and NEVER Be Too Casual.
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Earn a high school diploma or GED.
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Earn a medical assisting diploma.
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Obtain Medical Assistant Certification.
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