Medical Assistant

DermDox Group; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DermDox Group is seeking a Medical Assistant in Pennsylvania to support providers during examinations and procedures. You will obtain patient records, prepare treatment rooms, and assist with various procedures while maintaining EMR documentation and patient communication.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant certification, 1–3 years of relevant experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a professional demeanor to support a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Certification from a Medical Assistant Program required.
• 1-3 years of relevant medical/surgical practice experience preferred.
• Professional attitude and appearance required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Customer service mindset essential.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and update patient information into EMR system.
• Transcribe for providers during exams.
• Assist with biopsies and select surgical procedures.
• Educate patients on treatment plans.
• Assist with cosmetic procedures.
• Complete prior authorizations for prescriptions, biologics, and procedures.
• Stock rooms with necessary supplies.
• Report biopsy, culture and lab results to patients as directed by provider.
• Sanitize work areas throughout the day and after each patient.
• Send visit notes to referring provider/PCP.
• Answer calls when not in a room with a provider.
• Assist office staff with front-end tasks if needed.

Skills

Professional attitude

Written & verbal communication

Resourceful & proactive

Excellent organizational skills

Multitasking & time management

Customer service mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Program Certification

Tools

EMA

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for obtaining patient records and test results, preparing treatment rooms for examinations and assists our practitioners during medical procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Room patients and updating patient information into EMR system
• Transcribe for providers during exams
• Assist with biopsies and select surgical procedures
• Educate patients on treatment plans
• Assist with cosmetic procedures
• Complete prior authorizations for prescriptions, biologics, and procedures
• Stock rooms with necessary supplies
• Report biopsy, culture and/or lab results to patients via phone if directed by provider
• Sanitize all work areas throughout the day and after each patient
• Send patient visit notes to referring provider/PCP
• Answer incoming calls when not in a room with a provider
• Assist office staff with front end tasks if needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• High School Diploma required
• Must have certification from a Medical Assistant Program
• 1-3 years of relevant medical / surgical practice experience
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Customer service attitude
• Experience with practice management software (ie EMA) and Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.