Medical Assistant - Plastic Surgery Department

Advanced Specialty Care; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Advanced Specialty Care, P.C. in Danbury is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to join their team of cosmetic and plastic surgery providers. The candidate will receive on-the-job training and be responsible for documenting patient visits, assisting physicians, and ensuring quality customer service.

The Medical Assistant role includes a competitive salary based on experience, a bonus structure, and an outstanding benefits package that covers health insurance, paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Plastic Surgery and/or scribing preferred.
• Proficient in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to summarize complex medical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Document patient visits accurately and completely.
• Assist the physician during patient consultations.
• Manage medical charts and documentation in electronic records.

Skills

Typing/Data entry proficiency

Oral and written communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking ability

Computer software usage

Job description

Advanced Specialty Care, P.C. is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to join our collaborative team of cosmetic and plastic surgery providers and clinical staff. On-the-job training!

Objectives

• The Medical Assistant will be responsible for documenting accurate and detailed information about patient visits.
• The ideal candidate will provide patients with the highest quality of customer service and adhere to practice protocols and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Accompanies physician during consultation and examination, transcribes physical exam details per physical instruction utilizing medical terminology and documentation guidelines within the electronic health record.
• Completes all necessary documentation of the patient encounter in the medical chart including entering orders as the physician dictates.
• Room patients, medication reconciliation, assist with minor procedures, patient education, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior Plastic Surgery and/or scribing experience is preferred.
• Must be proficient in typing/data entry and good at spelling, punctuation, grammar, and oral communication.
• Able to listen to complex medical information and summarize in a clear, complete, and concise fashion with the ability to multitask.
• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments to the extent required to understand and accurately transcribe dictated reports. Translate medical abbreviations into their expanded forms.
• Physical Demands - regularly required to stand; sit; walk; and use hands to type.
• Must have a high level of professionalism and maturity.
• Must be able to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.

Skills

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, meticulous.
• Ability to multitask.
• Use of computers and software programs.

Requirements

• Travel is required between satellite offices. (Danbury, Ridgefield, New Milford & Norwalk)
• Flexible work schedule.
• Electronic Health Records experience.

Work Schedule

• Full Time- 32-36 hours/week; schedule is based on department needs.

Compensation

• Salary based on experience.
• Bonus offered: $1,000 after 6 months of employment; $1,000 after one year of employment.

Outstanding Benefits That Work for You

At Advanced Specialty Care, P.C., we believe that great work deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer a robust and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and future.

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - including medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family well.
• Supplemental Insurance Options - added protection when you need it most.
• Paid Time Off - plus sick leave and paid holidays, because work-life balance matters.
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing - invest in your future with confidence.
• Mileage Reimbursement - when traveling office to office.
• Tuition Reimbursement - grow your skills while we help cover the cost.
• Employee Discount Programs - enjoy savings on products and services you’ll use.

We’re committed to helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Advanced Specialty Care, P.C. is an equal-opportunity employer. Visit our website at www.ascdocs.com to learn more about our practice.