What are the responsibilities and job description for the Steele Dermatology - Medical Assistant - Buckhead position at AQUA DERMATOLOGY MANAGEMENT LLC?
Steele Dermatology, an AQUA Dermatology portfolio practice, was established in April 2015 by Dr. Chynna Steele Johnson, MD. Started with 1 location in Alpharetta/Johns Creek. Now has 2 locations with 1 provider, 2 mid-levels, and 3 Estheticians. We are focused on providing great customer service and an upscale medical experience where patients can get all their medical and cosmetic dermatologic care.
Our team is looking for a Clinical Medical Assistant seeking a career in dermatology. The ideal Medical Assistant candidate is upbeat, energetic, intelligent, highly dependable, organized, and can multitask. Our team members are responsible for assisting the Provider with patient visits, including consultations and procedures, through the following responsibilities:
Primary Duties
- Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Calls patients from the waiting room and places patients in the exam room
- Interview patients and record information in patients' electronic charts.
- Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
- Assists providers with examination or surgical procedures.
- Assists with cosmetic procedures.
- Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
- Assists with laundry.
- Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
- Administers injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as ordered by the provider.
- Draws blood and obtains urine specimens from patients. Prepares specimens for the reference laboratory and completes appropriate requisitions.
- Prepares biopsy specimens for submission to the appropriate lab.
- Dispenses oral medications as directed by the provider.
- Educates all new patients on skin cancer and sunscreen use.
- Documents patient visits in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Assists the phone triage nurse in obtaining prior authorizations for procedures or medications.
- Assists the phone triage nurse with prescriptions and refills to the pharmacy according to protocol.
Skills and Qualities:
- Able to demonstrate compassion and caring when dealing with others, patients, and co-workers.
- Able to prioritize tasks, understand the provider’s instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.
- Able to travel between multiple locations across the region.
Experience and Education:
- Medical Assistant (MA) Certification
- Hands-on experience in a clinical setting
- Dermatology or surgical experience is preferred
We offer competitive salaries and benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision are available after 30 days of hire
- Short-term disability and life insurance, and many ancillary options.
- 401 (k) available after 90 days of hire
- Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
- Discounts on services
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
- Full-Time
- Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm
LOCATION - Buckhead with travel to Alpharetta
AQUA Dermatology is the Southeast's premier and largest medical and cosmetic Dermatology practice, with over 110 locations throughout Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. Founded in 1998, our practice offers patients the highest-quality outcomes and a stellar patient experience. Our passion and commitment are to treat every patient who walks through the doors as family.