Medical Assistant- Dermatology & Mohs Surgery

Job Description

Join us in our Clifton Dermatology/Mohs Surgery practice as a Medical Assistant, working closely with a Nurse Practitioner to provide exceptional, hands-on patient care. In this role, you’ll support patients throughout their visit by rooming patients, preparing them for dermatologic exams and procedures, assisting with biopsies, wound care and suture removal, processing pathology specimens, and providing education and post-procedure instructions. You’ll also help coordinate patient follow-up, manage provider communications, ensure required documentation and consents are complete, and support efficient scheduling and patient flow. This is a great opportunity for an MA who enjoys a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is interested in building specialized experience in dermatology and Mohs surgery.

Location: Good Samaritan Hospital

Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Incentives & Benefits

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

• PRN positions not eligible for TriHealth benefits
  
  

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Minimum Job Requirements

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional ,or vocational program
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), through AMT, NCCT, or NHA, or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by AAMA, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Current and active RN or LPN licensure also acceptable
• EKG
• Injections
• Venipuncture
• Performance of common lab tests according to establish CLIA guidelines and TriHealth policy
• Up to 1 year experience medical/physician office setting
  
  

Job Overview

This position assists the physician in examination and treatment of patients, performing miscellaneous delegated duties under the direction of physician. This position also interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts, and prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. The position will be cross-trained to perform duties to enhance efficiency and continuity of delivery of patient care; work cooperatively within the team concept demonstrating flexibility, motivation and commitment to quality patient care. This position’s tasks include patient related duties, medical record maintenance/documentation, and safety/environmental duties.

Job Responsibilities

• Exhibits professional image and behavior toward patients, visitors, physicians and employees and creates a positive impression consistent with professional etiquette.
• Demonstrates flexibility and/or initiative in seeking or accepting additional assignments.
• Exhibits dependability in areas such as attendance, punctuality and the timely performance of duties.
• Demonstrates proficiency in assisting with medical procedures on adults and children.
• Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the treatment area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of clean and sterile procedures in the use of medical equipment.
  
  

Working Conditions

Climbing - Rarely

Hearing: Conversation - Frequently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Kneeling - Rarely

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Occasionally

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally

Pulling - Occasionally

Pushing - Occasionally

Reaching - Occasionally

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Frequently

Stooping - Occasionally

Talking - Frequently

Use of Hands - Frequently

Color Vision - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
  
  

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service
  
  

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
  
  

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
  
  

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community