Dermatology Medical Assistant

The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is hiring a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory dermatology clinics. You will provide direct patient care, assist with procedures, and help run clinic operations under clinician supervision.

The role requires CMA certification, CPR certification, and the ability to document in EPIC. Flexibility to float between JHU Dermatology clinics may be required to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant (CMA, AAMA, RMA, AMT, NAHP).
• If not certified, must become certified within 180 days of hire.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must maintain MA and CPR certification during employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient to exam room.
• Screen patient prior to doctor's exam and document in EPIC.
• Prepare for patient procedures.
• Effectively explain processes to patient.
• Maintain inventory and supply ordering.
• Help monitor clinic flow.
• Stock exam rooms.
• Identify information/resources needed related to clinical situation.
• Organize and summarize information.
• Uses equipment to monitor vital signs and other devices.
• Identify signs of changing patient care and notify appropriate person.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking in patient care activities.
• Identify opportunities for improvement to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Take appropriate clinical actions under supervision to achieve positive outcomes.
• Independently prioritize daily tasks and assignments.
• Follow established policies and procedures.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Clinical operations

EPIC documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMA certification

Tools

EPIC software

Job description

There are two openings for this position.

We are seeking a Medical Assistant in ambulatory practice areas function as integral members of the interdisciplinary team. Responsible for direct patient care and clinic operations, including the maintenance of the environment of care and supplies/equipment. Shares the responsibility with other clinicians in ensuring a safe environment for the patient while providing quality care and a positive patient experience. Functions clinically under the authority of the physician within the scope of their certification. The CMA reports to the Clinic Supervisor. CMA’s may be asked to float between other JHU Dermatology clinics where care is similar and/or competence is evaluated suggesting the individual is capable of providing complete and correct patient care.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist patient to exam room.
• Screen patient prior to doctor's exam and document in EPIC.
• Prepare for patient procedures.
• Effectively explain processes to patient.
• Maintain inventory and supply ordering.
• Help monitor clinic flow.
• Stock exam rooms.
• Determine appropriate information and resources needed related to clinical situation.
• Organize and summarize information.
• Uses various equipment to monitor vital signs (automated & manual) height, weight, cardiac monitor, ECG, Point-of–care equipment, sterilization equipment, scopes and emergency equipment, etc.
• Identify signs indicative of a changing patient care situation and notifies the appropriate individual based on the issue.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and critical thinking as they perform patient care activities, provides guidance for and acts as a role model in the clinical area.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities for improvement in order to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Under the direction of the Clinic Manager, takes appropriate clinical actions using available resources to achieve positive outcomes for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Independently prioritizes daily tasks and assignments.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant (e.g. CMA, AAMA, RMA, AMT, NAHP).
• If not currently certified/registered, must become certified/registered within 180 days (6 months) of date of hire.
• Current CPR certification by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross required.
• Must maintain MA and CPR certification/registration during duration of employment in this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a CMA, preferably in dermatology.