Medical Assistant - Spring Street Dermatology - Navaderm

Medical Assistant

Spring Street Dermatology

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities 

*Duties may include, but not limited to all or some of the following.

• Providing exceptional patient care in accordance with and within scope of practice of the position.
• Fulfilling patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include: checking schedules and organizing patient flow, accompanying patients to exam/procedure room, assisting patients as needed with walking, transferring, dressing, collecting and processing specimens and point of care testing, preparing for exam, etc.
• Assisting the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures within the Medical Assistant (MA) scope of practice.  
• Clinical duties include set-up of examination room and instruments in accordance with proper sterilization techniques established by the practice and infection control policies, and instructing patients on surgical / cosmetic procedures, such as Toxin / Filler, laser treatments, skin tag removals, biopsies, excisions, chemical peels, light therapy, liquid nitrogen procedures, and several other procedures that are performed.
• Sterilization of medical instruments and ensuring all exam rooms are appropriately stocked.
• Maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complies with legal regulations.
• Complying with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infections body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation and other hazardous substances.
• Ensuring Department of Health (DOH) compliance of site lab and exam rooms which may include but is not limited to: logbook maintenance, checking for expired medications and supplies, proper handling of specimen etc.
• Assisting in the maintenance, accountability and accuracy of patient medical charts within the practice EHR and PM systems (Nextgen / EMA) and required paper forms (procedure consent forms, financial responsibility forms, test results, aftercare care forms).
• Assist with the accountability of medical and cosmetic products by completing physical inventory checks and comparing to the company’s electronic accountability tracking system (Flex scan).
• May be responsible for photographing and recording patient photographs into EMR.
• May be required to transcribe notes for physicians.
• May be required to promote cosmetic procedures and products sold.
• May be required to perform proficient phlebotomy duties.
• Helping maintain a courteous and professional working environment.
• Assisting with training and acclimation of new hire MAs.
• Assisting colleagues and other team members as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• A High School Degree or GED.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program, with Certified (CM) Medical Assistant. 
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the field preferred or graduated from pre-med or nursing program.
• Excellent communication and bedside manner.
• Flexible with full-time work schedule, which may include evenings and weekends.
• Experience performing rapid bedside tests preferred.
• Strong aptitude for detail, and ability to work independently, required.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Computer Proficiency required.
• Professional and positive demeanor attitude, ability to inspire the same in others.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to work and thrive in a continuously evolving environment

We offer competitive pay and full slate of benefits that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• 401k(k)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Salary: $20 - $23/hourly

Additional Information

This position will require long shifts, weekend (will depend on schedule necessary at facility), closing, and opening shifts.   Must work on-site.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit and stand for periods of time. Heavy computer use required. This role may require from time to time lifting heavy objects on a regular basis, doing repetitive tasks with few breaks, and requiring light cleaning.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy), childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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