What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Arkansas Dermatology?
Candidates must be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate should have clinical experience and a job history with exhibiting stability and longevity.
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive:
Schedule: 8-hour shift.
May have to travel for training to one of our other offices.
About Arkansas Dermatology
We strive to provide our patients with the most advanced and comprehensive dermatologic care available. We are committed to providing the highest level of expertise in both general dermatology and the treatment of skin cancer. With a wide range of medical and cosmetic dermatology procedures delivered by a team of skilled and experienced professionals, our patients can be confident they are receiving the best care available.
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive:
- Serve as a patient advocate during patient exams and treatment.
- Recording medical history and confirming the purpose of the visit.
- Ensure proper documentation is obtained prior to preparing the patient for treatment.
- Prepares patients for examination.
- Help providers examine and treat patients. Many hands-on elements such as blood draws, injections, wound care, and assisting during procedures are a requirement for this position.
- HIPAA compliance and safe OSHA practices.
- Practice teamwork, service, and respect for coworkers and patients.
- Maintain accurate electronic charts in EHR.
- Patient Education.
- Returning patient phone calls.
- Under provider direction, authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
- Collecting, documenting, and delivering lab specimens.
- Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
- Organization.
- Possess a strong work ethic and high level of professionalism.
- Confidentiality.
- Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
- Willingness to learn new skills.
Schedule: 8-hour shift.
May have to travel for training to one of our other offices.
About Arkansas Dermatology
We strive to provide our patients with the most advanced and comprehensive dermatologic care available. We are committed to providing the highest level of expertise in both general dermatology and the treatment of skin cancer. With a wide range of medical and cosmetic dermatology procedures delivered by a team of skilled and experienced professionals, our patients can be confident they are receiving the best care available.