Clinical Assistant Scribe Specialty Derm (4454) DAK

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

Job summary

Lexington Clinic in Lexington, KY seeks a Dermatology Clinical Assistant Scribe to support patient care in the dermatology section. You will assist providers, perform technical procedures, and help manage patient flow in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires formal health sciences training or equivalent experience, CPR certification within 6 months, and commitment to certification in dermatology techs within the probationary period.

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 required within 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Medical terminology

Dermatology experience

Scribing/assist nursing

Education

Four-year degree in health sciences

Two years of clinical assisting or scribing experience

Job description

Clinical Assistant Scribe Specialty Derm (4454) DAK

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

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4454

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)