Medical Assistant

Chicago-Cosmetic-Surgery-and-Dermatolog; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology seeks a Medical Assistant (CMA) to support patient care in our dermatology practice. You will verify patient information, prepare exam rooms, assist with examinations and cosmetic procedures, document notes in NexTech EMR, and maintain patient confidentiality.

Two years of physician practice experience preferred; CMA exam eligibility required. New graduates welcome. We emphasize professional image, teamwork, and opportunities to grow within our practice.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited medical assistant program; CMA exam eligibility.
• Two years of experience in a physician practice preferred; dermatology/plastic surgery preferred; new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient information by interviewing the patient, recording medical history, and confirming the visit purpose.
• Prepare patients for examination and set up rooms for procedures.
• Assist providers with examinations, cosmetic procedures, and surgeries.
• Document patient notes in NexTech EMR.
• Safeguard patient confidentiality and maintain medical records.
• Respond to patient inquiries and maintain logs.
• Administer medications and injections as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean clinical environment and stocked exam rooms.
• Follow standards and procedures per regulations and policies.
• Keep equipment and supplies in good working order.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Medical terminology

CPT/ICD-10 coding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of accredited medical assistant program with CMA eligibility

Tools

NexTech EMR

Job description

Description

How you will make an impact

• Verifies patient information by interviewing the patient; recording medical history; and confirming the purpose of the visit.
• Prepares patients for examination. Sets up rooms for appropriate procedures.
• Assists providers with examinations, cosmetic procedures, and surgeries.
• Documents all patient notes in an electronic medical record, NexTech.
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; keeping patient information confidential.
• Responds to patient telephone inquiries.
• Maintains pathology and laboratory logs.
• Administers medications and injections as needed.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt. Keep exams rooms fully stocked.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.
• Serves and protects the dermatology practice by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
• Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Maintains professional image through proper attire and grooming.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

Performance Requirements:

• Ability to effectively triage patients to obtain chief complaint.
• Excellent customer service, communication skills and general etiquette.
• Ability to understand patient's needs and concerns.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Computer proficiency.
• Proficient with medical terminology.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistance program with the ability to sit for the national Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam. Qualified years of experience in lieu of certification may be considered in some cases.

Experience:

• Two years' experience in a physician medical practice preferred, but not required. Dermatology or plastic surgery experience is preferred. New graduates are welcome to apply.
• Cosmetic/General Dermatology MA: Require a minimum of 1 year of experience in either cosmetic or general dermatology.