Medical Assistant - Dermatology

Midstate Skin Institute, LLC; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Paid time off

401k

Job summary

Midstate Skin Institute, LLC is seeking a Medical Assistant - Dermatology for a full-time position in Florida. You will support busy dermatology clinicians, prepare exam rooms, record patient information, and help manage patient flow and documentation.

The role involves handling basic computer tasks, maintaining a clean, safe environment, assisting with procedures, and ensuring accurate medical histories. Experience in NexTech or EMR systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• Required- High school diploma or equivalent; customer service skills; basic computer and data entry skills; multi-tasker; positive attitude; adaptable; excellent communication skills; self-motivated; hard-working
• Preferred- Knowledge of NexTech system; experience as a medical assistant; professional training; ability to obtain broad knowledge of field quickly; problem-solver

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination by asking questions to determine purpose for visit
• Previews area of concern, captures images for patient file
• Records patient information within EMR system
• Maintains a safe, secure environment by following office standards and procedures
• Stays informed of, and complies with, current and pertinent legal regulations
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshoots breakdowns; maintains supplies; performs preventive maintenance; calls for repairs
• Reports supplies needed to office coordinator
• Returns patient calls regarding prescription and pharmacy questions
• Informs patient of biopsy results and schedules next appointment
• Interviews patient to gather information and add to medical history
• Prepares room for the day, stock supplies, fill Cryotherapy/Liquid Nitrogen
• Opens notes, summarizes previous visit for provider
• Sterilizes tools and use of autoclave
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Basic computer data entry

Multi-tasking

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Hard-working

Positive attitude

Adaptable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NexTech

Job description

Medical Assistant - Dermatology

Summary: This is a full-time position with benefits including health care coverage, paid time off, and 401k. This position reports to the Office Coordinator.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination by asking questions to determine purpose for visit
• Previews area of concern, captures images for patient file
• Records patient information within EMR system
• Maintains a safe, secure environment by following office standards and procedures
• Stays informed of, and complies with, current and pertinent legal regulations
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshoots breakdowns; maintains supplies; performs preventive maintenance; calls for repairs
• Reports supplies needed to office coordinator
• Returns patient calls regarding prescription and pharmacy questions
• Informs patient of biopsy results and schedules next appointment
• Interviews patient to gather information and add to medical history
• Prepares room for the day, stock supplies, fill Cryotherapy/Liquid Nitrogen
• Opens notes, summarizes previous visit for provider
• Sterilizes tools and use of autoclave
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required- High school diploma or equivalent; customer service skills; basic computer and data entry skills; multi-tasker; positive attitude; adaptable; excellent communication skills; self-motivated; hard-working

Preferred- Knowledge of NexTech system; experience as a medical assistant; professional training; ability to obtain broad knowledge of field quickly; problem-solver

Physical Demands:

significant amount of walking, standing, and assisting patients; lifting up to 25 lbs.; typing; occasional bending and stretching

Work environment:

fast-paced; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids; frequent patient interaction; assisting providers in exam room