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Medical Assistant Part-time

Dermatology Of New Mexico Llc
Albuquerque, NM Part Time
POSTED ON 2/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2025

Benefits / Perks

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Free Parking
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Job Summary

Dermatology of New Mexico is an exciting new independent physician practice. Our mission at Dermatology of New Mexico is to strive for outstanding services and excellence in care with regard to all aspects of Dermatology, including medical, surgical, cosmetic, and aesthetics. We take the time to tailor a one-of-a-kind treatment plan for each of our patients. We believe our patients’ skin is uniquely theirs and their skin care should reflect that.

Dermatology of New Mexico offers a variety of treatment options to help create the best results for our patients. Our Dermatologists are certified by the American Board of Dermatology and are members of the American Academy of Dermatology. As a Medical Assistant in our practice, you will join a team of medical professionals who are committed to helping you create a future for yourself as a Medical Assistant. This full-time position offers great benefits, such as medical, dental, vacation hours, and retirement.

Responsibilities

  • Greets patients in a friendly, courteous manner and escorts our patients to exam rooms
  • Obtain the reason for the patient visit and review the patient's past medical history
  • Chart in the electronic medical record while the provider is examining and counseling the patient
  • Assist in skin biopsies and other dermatologic procedures during the visit
  • Provide appropriate paperwork to the patient including wound care instructions, prescriptions, handouts, and lab requisition forms, and give follow-up recommendations
  • Schedule follow-up appointments and procedures
  • Review pre-op instructions with patients
  • Assist with obtaining medication prior authorizations
  • Explain financial policies about appointment check-in time or missed / canceled appointments
  • Return patient phone messages and address any questions with the providers
  • Suture removals, wound checks, and dressing changes
  • Transfer prescription refill requests and lab results for provider review
  • Facilitate records release, obtain medical records, and facilitate referrals when necessary
  • Review pathology results recommendations and notify patients of results by mail or phone if needed of those results
  • Arrange for follow-up visits according to the provider's plan
  • Log results into EMR and follow them until completion
  • Other work includes : drawing up anesthetic, setting up sterile surgery trays, cleaning surgical tools, and running the autoclave
  • Keeps the Medical assistant station and med room closet clean and organized as well as the patient rooms
  • Filing, scanning, copying, and printing as necessary
  • Adheres to policies, procedures, and protocols related to clinical dermatology services.
  • Assists in any other area that supports the team and practice

    • Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent degree
  • Graduate from an accredited program as a Certified Medical Assistant
  • Possess and maintain a current CPR / BLS certification or obtain CPR / BLS certification within 30 days of hire
  • Strong attention to detail

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Current Certified / Registered Medical Assistant certificate and 1-2 years of experience in a dermatology office setting preferred.
  • Knowledge of common dermatology procedures and terminology and experience with electronic medical programs.
  • Understanding of Sterile technique and ability to assist in medical procedures including skin biopsies and excisions.
  • Computer skills and ability to use an iPad efficiently.

    • Conditions of Employment

    Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and reference checks

    Must be employment eligible as verified by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) and the Government Services Administration (GSA).

    Work Environment : Medical Assistants may be exposed to certain hazardous chemicals and biological specimens. Dermatology of New Mexico maintains strict protocols and limits exposure to these agents.

    Physical Demands : Significant amount of walking and assisting patients, some heavy lifting may be required (up to 50 lbs.); data entry (typing).

    Equal opportunity employer statement

    Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex / gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status.

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