Dermatology Medical Assistant

Advanced Dermatology PC; Town of Riverhead (NY); Sur place; USD 20 664 - 34 440; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Advanced Dermatology PC is looking for a Part Time Medical Assistant to provide administrative and clinical support at their Riverhead location. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in a similar role, preferably in dermatology, and must be able to ensure accurate patient care and efficient office operations. Responsibilities include verifying patient information, assisting during examinations, and maintaining patient records. Certification and knowledge of medical terminology are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience working as a medical assistant, preferably in dermatology.
• EMA experience is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Verifies patient information, including medical history and vital signs.
• Supports patient-care during examinations and prepares specimens.
• Enters patients' information into the Electronic Health Record (EMA).
• Updates medical records and insurance reports.
• Schedules follow-up appointments as indicated.

Connaissances

Exceptional customer service skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Excellent time management skills

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Friendly and compassionate disposition

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant certification (CMA / RMA)

Some college preferred

Description du poste

Advanced Dermatology, P.C. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to come on board Part Time at our Riverhead location!

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant provides administrative and clinical support to licensed medical providers, as allowable by law, to ensure appropriate patient care and efficient office operations. The position requires accuracy, quality work, compassion, and timeliness, while attending to patient needs.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviews and/or records medical history; takes vital signs; confirms purpose of visit or treatment.
• Supports patient-care by helping providers during examinations; preparing specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on site; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; authorizing drug refills as directed; calling in prescriptions to pharmacies; removing sutures; changing dressings.
• Enters patients' vital statistics and information such as medications, test results, radiology, and laboratory orders into the Electronic Health Record (EMA).
• Updates and files medical records and insurance reports.
• Assists during medical examinations, as allowable by law.
• Performs general office duties (e.g., answering telephones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms).
• Schedules follow up appointments if indicated by provider.
• Completes required administrative tasks, reporting and record‑keeping entries at end of each day.
• Returns patient calls by the end of the day.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Medical assistant certification (CMA / RMA) preferred.
• 1+ year of experience working as a medical assistant (dermatology experience strongly preferred).
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Friendly and compassionate disposition with strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Dedication to maintaining confidentiality of all patient records.

EMA experience is a plus!