What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Westminster Dermatology?
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We are seeking a dedicated and versatile individual to join our dermatology practice as a Clinical & Administrative Medical Assistant. This dual role requires a balance of clinical and administrative responsibilities, providing an opportunity to contribute to both patient care and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is compassionate, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative environment.
Job Description
Clinical Duties:
- Escort patients to examination rooms and ensure their comfort.
- Conduct medical history intakes and triage patients’ chief complaints.
- Assist providers with dermatological procedures.
- Clean and prepare exam rooms between appointments.
- Handle clinical tasks such as communicating biopsy results to patients.
- Take telephone messages; provide feedback and answers to patients, providers, and pharmacies
- Sterilize medical instruments in compliance with safety protocols.
- Manage medication prior authorizations efficiently, including specialty medications (biologics).
- Additional back-office tasks and duties as needed.
Administrative Duties:
- Answering and returning phone calls and address inquiries professionally.
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments.
- Collect copays and patient account balances
- Provide excellent customer service to patients and visitors.
- Perform any other reasonable pertinent duties as delegated by management.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Computer skills and electronic medical records (EMR) experience required.
- Must like to multi-task and be a team player!
Job Type:
- Must be able to work Monday, Tuesday and Thursday (Wednesdays and Fridays as needed).
Experience:
- 1-year experience working in a medical office is preferred
- Dermatology experience preferred
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.