Skin Cancer Specialists - Medical Assistant - Cartersville
About the position Skin Cancer Specialists, an AQUA Dermatology portfolio practice, is a premier dermatology practice serving patients in metro Atlanta, north and south Georgia, eastern Alabama, and southern Tennessee. We offer comprehensive treatments for skin cancer, general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and aesthetic services. Our team needs a Clinical Medical Assistant looking for a dermatology career. The ideal Medical Assistant candidate is upbeat, energetic, intelligent, highly dependable, organized, and can multitask. Our team members are responsible for assisting the Provider with patient visits, including consultations and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Calls patients from the waiting room and places patients in the exam room.
- Interview patients and record information in patients' electronic charts.
- Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
- Assists providers with examination or surgical procedures.
- Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
- Assists with laundry.
- Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
- Administers injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as ordered by the provider.
- Draws blood and obtains urine specimens from patients. Prepares specimens for the reference laboratory and completes appropriate requisitions.
- Prepares biopsy specimens for submission to the appropriate lab.
- Dispenses oral medications as directed by the provider.
- Educates all new patients on skin cancer and sunscreen use.
- Documents patient visits in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Assists the phone triage nurse in obtaining prior authorizations for procedures or medications.
- Assists the phone triage nurse with prescriptions and refills to the pharmacy according to protocol.
Requirements
- Medical Assistant (MA) Certification
- Hands-on experience in a clinical setting
- Able to demonstrate compassion and caring when dealing with others, patients, and co-workers.
- Able to prioritize tasks, understand the provider’s instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.
- Able to travel between multiple locations across the region.
Nice-to-haves
- Dermatology or surgical experience is preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision are available after 30 days of hire
- Short-term disability and life insurance, and many ancillary options.
- 401 (k) available after 90 days of hire
- Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
- Discounts on services