Clinical Assistant Scribe Specialty Derm (4452) DAK

Lexington Clinic; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dermatology Specialist Clinical Assistant at Lexington Clinic participates in patient care under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, handling a variety of patient care activities and supporting dermatology providers. Responsibilities include maintaining technical procedures, ensuring compliance with health plans, and possibly traveling to satellite clinics as needed.

Must have formal health sciences training or certification in medical assisting, with CPR within 6 months of hire and

Qualifications

• CPR certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Certification from an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Two years of clinical assisting or scribing experience with emphasis in Dermatology.

Responsibilities

• The Dermatology Specialist Clinical Assistant contributes to patient care under supervision.
• Performs a variety of patient care activities and accommodative services for Clinic patients.
• Maintains primary responsibility for all technical procedures; supports physicians and team.
• Ensures compliance with Federal and health plan requirements for patient management; may travel to satellite clinics.

Skills

CPR certification

Dermatology experience

Medical assistant certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in health sciences

Job description

Clinical Assistant Scribe Specialty Derm (4452) DAK

FT Hourly 30 to 40 hrs DAK Lexington, Lexington, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4452

SUMMARY

The Dermatology Specialist Clinical Assistant functions as a member of the patient care team, contributing to the health management of the patients; performs a variety of patient care activities and accommodative services for Clinic patients, many in assistance to section providers and under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Manager; maintains primary responsibility for all technical procedures. Contributes to patient and department compliance with Federal and all other health plans with patient management objectives. May require regular travel to satellite clinics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Formal training which will probably be indicated by a four-year degree in health sciences; certification from an accredited medical assistant program; or two years of clinical assisting or scribing experience with emphasis in Dermatology. Current CPR certification requiredwithin 6 months of hire.

Successful completion of Certified Dermatology Technician provisional certification through The Association of Certified Dermatology Techs (ACDT) is expected within the probationary period. Completion of full certification is required within a year of hire.[JH1]

PHYSICAL GUIDELINES

Physical guidelines include the ability to move, traverse, position self, remain in a stationary position and negotiate steps up to eight hours per day; lift, move and transport patients, equipment, and supplies; motor coordination and manual dexterity; articulate speech; ability to read and understand orders; visual acuity. Must have the ability to hear dictated instructions. Must use a keyboard to type and sit at a computer for extended period.

HOURS: Full time hours range from 30-40 hours per week. Schedules may range between 7:00 am to 5:00 pm or completion of patient care.

NOTE:

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to act as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Attendance is an essential function of the job.

LEXINGTON CLINIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)