Certified Medical Assistant

Description

We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team for three 12-hour shifts each week. While this position may have a primary office location, Medical Assistants are expected to provide coverage at any of our four locations—
Munster, Dyer, Crown Point, and Valparaiso as staffing and operational needs require
. Flexibility to work across locations is an important expectation of this role.

This position plays a critical part in ensuring efficient, patient-centered visits by assisting providers, documenting clinical encounters, and preparing for and supporting procedures.

• Welcome and prepare patients for their visit, including gathering vital signs and relevant health information.
• Serve as a scribe for the dermatologist or dermatology provider, accurately entering details of the visit into the electronic health record (EHR).
• Explain and obtain informed consent for procedures, and take clinical photographs as directed.
• Assist with a variety of in-office procedures under supervision, such as biopsies (punch and shave), excisions, I&D, Mohs micrographic surgery, injections, and patch testing.
• Provide thorough wound care instructions and post-procedure support to patients.
• Maintain logs for biopsies and lab tests, and ensure accurate scheduling of follow-up visits.
• Guide patients through EHR portal setup and usage.
• Keep exam rooms stocked, sterilize instruments, and ensure a clean, organized environment.
• Perform other clinical or administrative duties as assigned to support smooth office operations.

• Completion of post-secondary education in a medical support field (Certified Medical Assistant preferred).
• At least one year of recent experience in a clinical setting; dermatology experience is a plus.
• Current certifications, licenses, and registrations must be maintained throughout employment.
• Willingness to work at multiple practice locations (Crown Point, Dyer, Munster, and occasionally Valparaiso).
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and professional conduct.

• Ability to position patients, give injections, draw blood, and handle specimens according to safety standards.
• Safely transport medical equipment between rooms.
• Stock and prepare rooms for patient care.
• Operate office equipment and communicate effectively in person and by phone in a fast-paced, multi-location environment.