What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dermatology Medical Assistant position at KUYKENDALL DERMATOLOGY?
Qualifications
- Education: Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
- Entry level Medical Assistant position is available including a probationary period
- Certifications/ Licenses: CPR Certified
- Certified as a Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant
- Advanced knowledge of medical terminology
- Ability to interact professionally with healthcare practitioners and patients
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Must be detail oriented and complete work tasks
- Ability to maintain composure even in difficult situations
- Ability to be understanding and sensitive to needs of others
Responsibilities
- Under minimal supervision of a physician or other medical personnel, performs patient care functions such as physician assistance, scribing, prescription refillls, patient placement, testing, information gathering, nursing duties, chaperoning, supply maintenance, scheduling
- Assists physician or other medical personnel in the examination process as required or necessary
- Drapes and positions patients for appropriate exams or procedures
- Performs routine tests on patients
- Obtains and records vital signs including body temperature, height, weight, and blood pressure
- Takes and documents complaints and patient histories including allergies, immunization histories, etc
- Maintains patient confidentiality
- Receives and returns telephone calls from or to patients and pharmacies
- Obtains authorizations and referrals
- Performs various nursing duties
- Assists with both surgical and non-surgical procedures
- Chaperones examinations and patients
- Ensures exam rooms are stocked, inventory is taken, supplies are ordered, and instruments and/or equipment are sterilized
- Makes scheduling arrangements with other healthcare professionals and facilities
- Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
- Reports to the Office Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Dermatology
- Surgery
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Outpatient
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmond, OK 73034: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $17 - $22