Medical Assistant

Forefront Dermatology; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401K with employer contribution

PTO and Holiday pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Forefront Dermatology in Louisville, KY is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support two clinics and ensure a positive patient experience. This full-time role involves assisting dermatologists during patient visits, managing sensitive information, and providing essential patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a certification in a medical support field and previous experience in a medical office setting. A strong ability to multi-task and adapt to a dynamic work environment is crucial.

Qualifications

• Minimum post high-school education in a medical support field.
• 1+ years of recent experience in a medical office preferred.
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Rooming patients and documenting vital information.
• Scribing for the dermatologist during procedures.
• Assisting with post-op wound care and other medical tasks.

Skills

Medical office experience

Current certifications

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Licensed Practical Nurse

Registered Nurse

Tools

Electronic Medical Records systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then a career at Forefront may be the perfect fit for you!

The Medical Assistant is essential during the patient visit, accompanying the dermatologist in the room and promoting a friendly and efficient environment for patients, staff, and dermatologists.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Monday–Friday with a variable schedule based on provider assignments.

Candidates must be flexible, as schedules may consist of four or five workdays per week, with shift times generally falling between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Multi-Site Requirement (Travel Required)

This role supports two Louisville-area clinics, and employees are expected to work at both locations throughout the week based on patient and business needs.

Regular weekly travel between our Downtown Louisville and East Louisville offices is required. Reliable transportation is required.

This is a multi-site position. Please apply only if you can consistently commute to both office locations.

Here are just a few things we offer:

• Access to health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account $500 matching contribution
• Eligible for PTO and Holiday pay
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability (full-time only)
• Access to voluntary short term disability insurance (full-time only)
• Access to additional life insurance
• Eligible for Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity and Cancer Guardian
• 401K with employer contribution
• Profit sharing
• Employee discounts
• And much more!

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Rooming patients and documents all vital information
• Scribing information for the dermatologist
• Providing post op wound care to patients
• Drawing blood and suture removal
• Cleaning and stocking the exam rooms
• Scheduling patient appointments

Assisting the dermatologist with procedures such as:

• Surgical photographs
• Biopsies – punch, DIF and shave
• Excisions
• Electrodessication and curettage
• I&D
• Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery
• Phototherapy
• Injections
• Koh preps
• Trichograms
• Tzank preps
• Dermabrasion
• Patch testing
• Blue light

Qualifications

Education:

Minimum post high-school education in a medical support field: Certified Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse (Non-Certified Medical Assistants will need to complete the Forefront Derm Tech certification program within the prescribed time period and maintain certification upon expiration).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 1+ years of recent experience in a medical office in a similar capacity is preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant, DERM Tech a plus
• Must keep current on all state certifications, licenses and/or registrations to continue employment
• Must be willing to travel to other clinic locations as needed
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Record systems
• Must possess organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, clients, and visitors
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team

Forefront will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. In addition, Forefront does not use external messaging applications such as WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive communication or requests of this nature, delete them. Forefront Dermatology is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.