Medical Assistant - Clinical

Company Overview

Dermatologists of Central States (DOCS) is one of the largest dermatology practices in the nation with more than 200 providers across 20 practice brands and 100+ locations in 10 states. For more than 40 years, our mission is to prioritize patients with outstanding medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services delivered in a friendly, convenient, and compassionate environment.

A Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled professional responsible for general clinical and procedural patient care, under supervision of the Practice Manager and/or center Physicians/Providers. They are an integral part of the healthcare team assisting in patient care management.

• Verify patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history and confirming purpose of visit
• Enter medical history and visit information into EHR
• Escort patients to exam room
• Ask pertinent medical questions and data entry into EHR
• Prepare patient for exam by providing them with drapes and other materials to ensure they are prepared for the visit when the Physician enters the room
• Taking photographs
• Assisting physician during medical examination and procedures
• Schedule medical procedures
• Instruct patients on proper usage of medications
• Phone in prescriptions to various pharmacies
• Change wound dressings, remove sutures, and assist with in-office phlebotomy
• Collect, log and package lab specimens for transport
• Sterilize medical instruments
• Keep supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt
• Complete phone triage
• Notify all patients of pathology and lab results
• Scribe office visits
• Administer IM, SQ, and topical medications as ordered
• Perform and document nurse visits including suture removals, UVB, Excimer, Patch Testing, and Biologic injections
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures
• Benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, company paid life insurance, employee assistance program, and paid time off

• High School diploma or equivalent certificate
• Prior experience in medical office
• Ability to learn related center tasks and be of assistance to management and physicians
• Self-motivated to achieve the highest patient care and customer service standards
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding (preferred)
• Familiarity with the Mod Med EMA EMR (preferred)
• Thorough understanding of HIPAA law
• Team player

• Standing or walking for extended periods of time
• Ability to periodically lift objects or equipment up to 35 lbs
• Moderate levels of pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead to prep exam rooms for patient visits as well as cleaning and sterilizing rooms after patient visits
• Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
• Ability to hear normal conversation levels
• Hand dexterity

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