What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dermatology Medical Assistant position at Advanced Dermatology?
Full-time
Description
Looking for an exciting career in Dermatology? Great opportunity for growth
Advanced Dermatology, P.C. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant (Certified MA a plus) to come on board Full Time in our Brooklyn Heights, East New York, and E. 14th Street locations
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. A Certified (Registered) Medical Assistant
supports providers and patients by handling various patient-care tasks related to management, organization, and
communication. 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
Requirements
Certified MA preferred
EMA experience is a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred
• 1 year of experience working as a medical assistant (dermatology experience strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Friendly and compassionate disposition with strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Salary Description
Pay commensurate with experience.