What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at DERMCARE MANAGEMENT LLC?
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Description
Medical Assistant
Outstanding Dermatology practice has an opening for an experienced Dermatology Medical Assistant. This is a Full-time position in a gorgeous state-of-the-art-office offering Medical, Cosmetic and Surgical Dermatology located in the Rendon Center in Boca. We are seeking an energetic team-oriented individual to join our outstanding team.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Room patients and document medical histories and chief complaints in the EMR.
- Assist the provider with all aspects of dermatology care, including biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, sutures, suture removals, general office visits, laser therapies, injections, and wound care.
- Accurately and thoroughly scribe all notes during visits for the provider in the EMR.
- Maintain and organize the medical assistant station, exam rooms, and lab.
- Sterilize and maintain instruments.
- Schedule follow-up appointments in conjunction with the Medical Receptionist.
- Cross-train to assist with front office duties such as check-in and appointment scheduling.
- Inform patients of laboratory results and document them properly in the chart.
- Update and file patient medical records and correspondence.
- Code and fill out insurance forms.
- Transmit prescription or refill requests as directed by the provider.
- Obtain prescription authorizations for patient medications.
- Report and record applicable diagnoses of malignant results to the FCDS portal.
- Create certified letter communications for noncompliant patients needing treatment for malignant results.
- Inform management of clinical supplies needed.
- Explain treatment procedures to patients.
- Provide compassionate patient support and care during office visits, acting as a patient liaison. Medical assistants play a crucial role in helping patients feel at ease in the physician’s offic
Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience Required:
- 1 years of experience directly assisting a Dermatologist with hands-on patient care.
- 1 years of experience working with an Electronic Medical Record (EZ Derm or ModMed preferred).
- Strong understanding of dermatology terminology, medications, procedures, and treatments.
- Phlebotomy experience is a plus.
- Certification in medical assisting is not required but is a great asset.