Medical Assistant-Dermatology

Advocate Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in a busy outpatient clinic. You will collect vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and document medical histories in the EMR, following protocols and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, administering routine meds under orders, coordinating referrals, and maintaining patient flow. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is required.
• 1 year experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic and advanced clinical skills within Medical Assistant scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting pertinent health information.
• Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician.
• Performs laboratory procedures using aseptic technique and infection control guidelines.
• Assists physician/APP with procedures.
• Administers routine medications under orders or standing protocols.
• Facilitates referrals and communicates with care team to maintain clinic flow.
• May perform basic/advanced clinical tasks under supervision.
• Provide age-appropriate care and communicate patient needs to the team.

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

BLS certification (AHA)

CMA - American Association of Medical Assistants

CCMA - National Healthcare Association

NCMA - National Center for Competency Testing

RMA - American Medical Technologists

RMA - National Registry of Medical Assistants

NCMSMA - National Healthcare Worker’s Association

NRMA - National Registry of Medical Assistants

NRCMA - National Association for Health Professionals

Job description

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information (i.e., chief complaint, allergies, and/or medications). Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/ Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician for opportunities within their scope.
• Performs laboratory procedures (i.e., strep test, wound culture, specimen collection, etc.) using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.
• Assists the Physician/ Advanced Practice Professional (APP) with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
• Administers routine medications, under Physician/ APP orders or medical group approved standing orders/protocols, which may include but are not limited to immunizations, antibiotics, vitamins, and topical agents.
• Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, pre-approved care algorithms, new appointment times and referrals to other facilities or services. Refers questions to Registered Nurses and Physician/APC per scope of practice guidelines and relays information back to patient as directed.
• Communicates with Physician/APP and other members of the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow and adjusts as necessary. Effectively communicates accurate and timely information with the patient.
• May perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks or skills based on the specialty and appropriate competencies such as but not limited to removal of sutures and staples, laboratory procedures (throat/nose culture, drug screen), phlebotomy - butterfly, venous heel stick, EKG, spirometry, Holter monitor application, prescription refills using approved protocols, etc., under clinical supervision.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required

Current Medical Assistant certification from one of the following is required:

• CMA from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• CCMA from National Health career Association (NHA)
• NCMA fromNational Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• RMA from American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• RMA from American Allied Health
• NCMSMA from National Healthcare Worker’s Association (NHCWA)
• NRCMA from National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• NRMA from National Registry of Medical Assistants (NRMA)

Education Required:

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant programrequired

Experience Required:

• 1 yr experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.
• Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other team member, when available.
• Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a Case by -case basis.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids. Will be required to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.