Medical Assistant

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• **Medical Assistant** **Company Overview** At DOCS Dermatology Group, we are not just one of the largest dermatology practices in the nation; we are a dedicated community passionate about skin health!
• With more than 200 providers across 20 practice brands and 100+ locations in 10 states, we've been transforming the lives of our patients for more than 40 years.
• Our mission is clear: to prioritize our patients with outstanding medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services, all delivered in a friendly, convenient, and compassionate environment.
• **Summary** A Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled professional responsible for general clinical and procedural patient care, under supervision of the Practice Manager and/or center Physicians/Providers.
• They are an integral part of the healthcare team assisting in patient care management.
• **Job Responsibilities** * Verify patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history and confirming purpose of visit * Enter medical history and visit information into EHR * Escort patients to exam room * Ask pertinent medical questions and data entry into EHR * Prepare patient for exam by providing them with drapes and other materials to ensure they are prepared for the visit when the Physician enters the room.
• * Taking photographs * Assisting physician during medical examination and procedures * Phone in prescriptions to various pharmacies * Schedule medical procedures * Instruct patients on proper usage of medications * Change wound dressings, removing sutures, and in-office phlebotomy * Collect, log and package lab specimens for transport * Sterilize medical instruments * Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt * Complete phone triage * Notify all patients of pathology and lab results * Scribe office visits * Administer IM, SQ, and topical medications as ordered * Perform and document nurse visit appointments including suture removals, UVB, Excimer, Patch Testing, and Biologic injections.
• * Maintaining safe, secure and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures **Benefits** * Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, company paid life insurance, employee assistance program, and paid time off.
• **Minimum Qualifications** * High School diploma or equivalent certificate * Prior experience in medical office * Ability to learn related center tasks and be of assistance to management and physicians * Self-motivated to achieve the highest patient care and customer service standards * Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding (preferred) * Familiarity with the ModMed EMA EMR (preferred) * Thorough understanding of HIPAA law * Some offices within the Docs Dermatology Group network may require travel * Team player **Physical Demands** * Standing or walking for extended periods of time.
• * Ability to periodically lift objects or equipment up to 35 lbs.
• * Moderate levels of pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead to prep exam rooms for patient visits as well as cleaning and sterilizing rooms after patient visits.
• * The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• * Ability to hear normal conversation levels.
• * Hand dexterity.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status

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