MEDICAL ASSISTANT - PORTSMOUTH, NH

Position Summary :

The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include patient rooming, updating medical histories, documenting visit details, and assisting with various dermatological procedures such as biopsies, surgeries, and skin treatments.

Essential Functions :

To perform effectively in this role, the candidate must fulfill the following duties with or without reasonable accommodations :

• Collaborate with a team to manage an average patient volume of up to 40 patients daily.
• Document patient histories, including history of present illness (HPI), medical, surgical, and family history, medications, and allergies.
• Prepare and assist with dermatological and cosmetic procedures, including ED&Cs, biopsies (shave and punch), ILK, I&D, Botox, laser treatments, excisions, and other surgical interventions.
• Administer local anesthesia and remove sutures as directed.
• Ensure strict adherence to sterile techniques and infection control practices.
• Perform scribing responsibilities, including inputting templates and chart notes as directed by physicians.
• Process prescription refills and manage prior authorizations.
• Log pathology samples and coordinate with appropriate laboratories.
• Operate specialized equipment such as Narrowband UVB and photodynamic therapy units.
• Maintain and replenish liquid nitrogen containers.
• Clean and stock examination rooms and supply areas.
• Ensure adherence to organizational infection control protocols.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising physician or department lead.

Knowledge, Skills, & Responsibilities :

This role requires a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care and operational excellence.

Physical and Mental Demands :

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities :

Note :

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, or duties modified by the department supervisor based on operational needs.