MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Company: Apex Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center LLC
Location: Canton
Posted on: September 28, 2024
Job Description:
Position Overview Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center is a
rapidly growing, skincare facility that empowers employees to
deliver exceptional patient experiences. We are currently looking
for talented candidates for the role of Medical Assistant. A
Medical Assistant is responsible for administrative as well as
clinical tasks, such as maintaining patient records, preparing
patients and rooms for examination, assisting physicians with
exams, and performing front-desk tasks. Ideal candidates have good
problem-solving and analytical skills, an ability to work as a team
member and are well-organized with strong attention to detail.This
is a Full-time, hourly position. This position requires legal
authorization to work in the US.Pay: $16hr - $19hrEssential
FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
- Escorts patients to exam rooms in order of appointment times.
Obtains short history and vital signs as required by patient's
chief complaint. Obtains or updates patient medication list. Sets
up exam room according to scheduled procedure or anticipate
provider's needs if non-scheduled procedure is likely.
- Transcribes during visit and assures documentation of patient
care to meet criteria dictated by legal practice, state health
laws, and Medicare regulations.
- Assists physician with biopsies and surgical procedures.
- Educates patient as required after physician establishes the
treatment plan. Ensures that the patient understands the treatment
plan, understands the proper use of their medications, and
understands their responsibility for compliance with the treatment
plan prior to leaving the office.
- Straightens and cleans exam rooms after patient visits.
- Maintains patient records and charts
- Institutes emergency care appropriately, accurately, and
professionally.
- Demonstrates proper judgment and decision-making skills when
necessary and adheres to practice policies. (OSHA/HIPAA)
- Monitor and complete lab documents, biopsy and culture book,
telephone encounters and team task box within the EMR .
- Handle all clinical phone calls in conjunction with the
providers
- Maintain and follow up with biopsy results for patients
- Assists with autoclave procedures and quality controls
- Complete clerical functions as directed such as: prior
authorizations, schedule new and follow up appointments, answer
phones, scanning documents into the EMR.
- Travel to other office locations may be necessary Requirements
- Strong Communication skills, Strong team-Building skills, Ability
to Multi-task, flexibility, Telephone skills, customer service
skills, time management, organization, attention to detail,
scheduling, word processing, professionalism, focus on quality,
knowledge of basic computer software programs and knowledge of
medical terminology Preferred - BA/BS in a relevant field, 2 years
of experience as a medical assistant, 1 year experience in
Dermatology, Current and valid documentation as a Certified
(Registered) Medical Assistant or working towards gaining
certification.About Us.......Who We AreWe are Apex Dermatology &
Skin Surgery Center. Our goal is to provide the highest quality
dermatology and dermatologic surgery care to patients in Northeast
Ohio in a prompt and compassionate manner. A strong commitment to
delivering an exceptional patient experience, prompt access to
care, including same day appointments, and service and education to
the community are our core values. Get To Know US:HR Employee
Introduction Video V6 Short Version.mp4What We OfferApex
Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center offers a comprehensive benefits
plan that includes a Monday thru Friday schedule, Paid Time Off,
Paid Holidays, Holidays off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance, Short-Term Disability and 401(k), Discounts on Derm
services, Travel and leisure discounts, sporting event, concert and
special event discounts, discounted movie tickets and more!Apex
Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center provides equal employment
opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements,
Apex complies with applicable state and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the
company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation and training.
Compensation details: 16-19 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Apex Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center LLC, Canton , MEDICAL ASSISTANT, Healthcare , Canton, Ohio
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