Dermatology Technician (Desk)

NORTH IDAHO DERMATOLOGY INC; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Discounts on skincare products

Job summary

North Idaho Dermatology is seeking a Dermatology Technician (Desk) in Coeur d'Alene to support the nursing team with a focus on patient education and triage tasks.

The role offers on-site work with typical hours 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and includes benefits like medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401(k) matching up to 4% and product/service discounts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• EMR experience preferred, but not required.
• No experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provides patients with instructions and educational materials related to skin type or condition.
• Provides aftercare instructions for Blu-light, patch testing, laser treatments, Botox, biopsies, Mohs surgeries and more.
• Seeks provider supervision on treatment protocols and notifies provider of noncompliance.
• Scribes in the EMR during patient phone calls with accurate medical terminology and documentation.
• Faxes outgoing referrals and medication requests; handles denied requests and records requests.
• Notifies patients of pathology and laboratory results as instructed by the provider.
• Cross-trains in other departments as needed and travels to other North Idaho Dermatology offices as required.
• Performs general office duties, including answering phones, dictation, and insurance forms including prior authorizations.

Skills

Customer care

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR system

Job description

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Full Time Coeur d'Alene, ID, Coeur d'Alene, ID, US

North Idaho Dermatology is looking for an individual with a passion for customer care and a love of skincare to join our nursing team in Coeur d'Alene. No experience required - we will provide training through the Association of Certified Dermatology Technicians! The Dermatology Technician (Desk) position is ideal for someone who does not mind working at a desk, is a critical thinker, and can multi-task.

We are recruiting to fill one Dermatology Technician (Desk) vacancy. Hours may vary depending on Provider schedules, but generally range between 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits, as well as 401(k) matching contributions up to 4%! Not only that, but employees also receive discounts on medical-grade spa products and cosmetic services, such as Botox, Coolsculpting, and much more!

This position takes knowledge gained through the Dermatology Technician training course we provide to perform in a triage-type role. See below for details related to the position requirements.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by the incumbent. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides patients with instructions and educational materials that relate to their unique skin type or condition.
• Provide patients with after care instructions regarding Blu-light, patch testing, laser treatment, Botox, biopsies, Mohs surgeries, Electrodesiccation and curettage, excisions, shave removal, wart treatment, LN2.
• Seeks advice and supervision of provider as required on treatment protocols and notifies the provider of any patient noncompliance.
• Scribing in EMR system during patient phone calls with attention to appropriate medical terminology, spelling, and thorough documentation.
• Faxing outgoing referrals, medication requests that are denied, medical records requests.
• Notifies patients of pathology and laboratory results as instructed by provider.
• May be required to complete biologic coordinator job duties as needed.
• Ability to resolve and/or elevate patient complaints in a calm and timely manner.
• Perform general office duties such as answering telephones, dictation and completing insurance forms including prior authorizations or prescription refills.
• Cross train in other departments as needed.
• Performs all duties and services in full compliance with North Idaho Dermatology Core Values.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
• Willingness to travel to other North Idaho Dermatology offices as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system is preferred, but not required