Dermatology Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Diagnostics

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Medical Assistant to support dermatology physicians with patient exams, vital signs, and diagnostic procedures. The role involves patient flow management, injections, venipuncture, and maintaining accurate medical records within HIPAA guidelines.

The candidate will escort patients, document vitals, and assist with EKGs and other procedures, while ensuring supplies and equipment are ready for daily operations.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to exam rooms and ensures proper identification.
• Performs and documents vital signs, clinical care quality measures and medical history information.
• Assists physicians with examinations, various diagnostic procedures, including EKGs and venipuncture/injections.
• Maintains inventory by orders, stocking supplies and coordinating with the office team.
• Adheres to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Medical office procedures

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification within 6 months

Job description

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Medical Assistant to support dermatology physicians with patient exams, vital signs, and diagnostic procedures. The role involves patient flow management, injections, venipuncture, and maintaining accurate medical records within HIPAA guidelines.

The candidate will escort patients, document vitals, and assist with EKGs and other procedures, while ensuring supplies and equipment are ready for daily operations.