Medical Assistant

Dermatology Partners; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Discount

Referral Bonus

Dorney Park Day

Job summary

Dermatology Partners in the Chambersburg area is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers, prepare exam rooms, and educate patients on treatment plans.

The role emphasizes accurate patient intake, EMR documentation, HIPAA compliance, and safe assistance during procedures like sutures and local anesthesia.

You will help ensure smooth clinic operations, manage referrals, and promptly respond to patient messages while upholding the practice's core values.

Qualifications

• Strong patient-care skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to collect patient histories and chief complaints accurately.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist with procedures.
• Document exams in the EMR with accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist with sutures, local anesthesia, and patch testing.
• Coordinate prior authorizations and medication requests.
• Schedule follow-ups and respond to patient messages within 24 hours.
• Adapt to changing duties and support clinic operations.

Skills

Patient care

History taking

HIPAA compliance

EMR documentation

Procedure assistance

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Join us at Dermatology Partners, where your career flourishes alongside your health and happiness. Your future starts here-let's grow together!

Discover the Benefits of Joining Dermatology Partners!

• No Nights or Weekends
• Growth Opportunity
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holiday’s
• 401 (k) with 4% employee match-Fully Vested from day1
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Options of additional Life insurance, Short & Long term disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Appreciation Day: Dorney Park in Fall
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
  

Dermatology Partners is a Dermatology group with locations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. Our Core values are the foundation for everything we do as an organization.

Our Core Values Are

• Grow Together
• Seize Opportunity from Struggle
• Outcome Over Ego
• Commitment to Serve
• Do The Right Thing
  
  

Medical Assistant Job Description

The Medical Assistant position plays a vital role in supporting providers and ensuring high-quality patient care. This position involves preparing exam rooms, assisting with procedures, obtaining patient information, histories, and educating patients on treatment plans. By maintaining clinical efficiency and upholding Dermatology Partners' core values, the Medical Assistant helps create a positive patient experience and supports the overall success of the practice.

Expectations

• Ensure accurate patient intake, including history and chief complaints, with integrity and attention to detail.
• Properly document exams in the EMR system to ensure transparency and accuracy.
• Follow all medical regulations, HIPAA guidelines, and ethical standards in patient care and documentation.
• Assist with medical procedures such as removing sutures, administering local anesthetic, and applying allergy test patches, always prioritizing patient safety and well-being.
• Complete prior authorizations and medication requests efficiently to support timely treatment.
• Schedule follow-up appointments with care and diligence, ensuring patients receive necessary ongoing treatment.
• Respond to patient messages within 24 hours to maintain a high standard of accessibility and responsiveness.
• Approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, whether troubleshooting EMR issues, assisting with complex procedures, or handling difficult patient interactions.
• Take initiative in completing start-of-day and end-of-day tasks, ensuring a smooth clinical operation.
• Adapt to changing circumstances and responsibilities with resilience and a focus on learning.
• Other duties as assigned – always embracing new challenges with a mindset of growth and service.