Dermatology Medical Assistant - Full Time

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionLooking for an exciting career in Dermatology?Advanced Dermatology, P.C. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant (Certified MA a plus) to come on board Full time at our Bellmore and Long Beach locations!*Candidates must be available to work evening and weekend shifts as needed!*Position SummaryThe Medical Assistant provides administrative and clinical support to licensed medical providers, as allowable bylaw, to ensure appropriate patient care and efficient office operations. A Certified (Registered) Medical Assistantsupports providers and patients by handling various patient-care tasks related to management, organization, andcommunication. The position requires accuracy, quality work, compassion, and timeliness, while attending topatient needs.Key Roles & Responsibilities•Prepares patients for the visit by directing andor accompanying them to the examination room; providingexamination gowns and drape; helping them position themselves for the examination andor treatment;monitoring instruments, supplies, and equipment.•Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing andor recording medical history; taking vitalsigns; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.•Supports patient-care by helping providers during examinations; preparing specimens; performing basiclaboratory tests on site; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; authorizing drugrefills as directed; calling in prescriptions to pharmacies; removing sutures; changing dressings.•Enters patients' vital statistics and information such as medications, test results, radiology, and laboratoryorders into the Electronic Health Record.•Assists during medical examinations, as allowable by law•Performs general office duties (e.g., answering telephones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms)•Schedules follow up appointment if indicated by provider•Returns patient calls by the end of the day•Other duties as assignedRequirementsCertified MA preferredEMA experience is a plus!•High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred•1+ year of experience working as a medical assistant (dermatology experience strongly preferred)•Knowledge of medical terminology•Excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation•Friendly and compassionate disposition with strong interpersonal communication skills•Ability to work independently or as part of a teamSalary Description Pay commensurate with experience.

Created: 2025-01-31