Dermatology Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Procedures

Optima Dermatology; Rocky River (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Optima Dermatology in Macedonia, OH is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to join its dermatology and aesthetics team. Responsibilities include room prep, vitals, assisting physicians, specimen handling, tests scheduling, and referrals. Experience with EMA EMR is highly preferred.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, with a focus on patient care and safety within a collaborative practice environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in taking vital signs, charting and documentation, exam room prep, sterile techniques, and routine lab procedures.
• Oral and written communication skills to interact with patients, families and pharmacies.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam rooms for patient use by cleaning and stocking supplies.
• Escorts patient to exam room, records medications and vitals, and explains procedures.
• Assists physicians with procedures such as sutures and minor surgeries.
• Prepares specimens for outside labs and submits results to physicians.
• Schedules tests and referrals, coordinating with patients and sites.
• Facilitates referrals and communicates results to providers.
• Contacts hospitals and pharmacies regarding results and prescriptions.
• Pre-certifies medications and referrals with insurance providers.
• Maintains inventory of drugs and orders replenishments.
• Ensures rooms and reception areas are clean and safe.
• Maintains confidentiality and communicates with office leadership as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

EMR proficiency

Patient communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Age-appropriate care

Education

Licensed medical assistant

Nursing degree

Tools

EMA EMR

Job description

Optima Dermatology in Macedonia, OH is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to join its dermatology and aesthetics team. Responsibilities include room prep, vitals, assisting physicians, specimen handling, tests scheduling, and referrals. Experience with EMA EMR is highly preferred.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, with a focus on patient care and safety within a collaborative practice environment.