Medical Assistant / Scribe - Northeast Dermatology Associates (Exeter, NH)

PhyNet Dermatology LLC; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dermatology is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in Exeter, NH. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work closely with dermatology physicians, assisting in various procedures and ensuring excellent patient care. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and some experience in medical assistance, preferably in dermatology. You will be part of a dynamic team, handling up to 40 patients daily and contributing to a collaborative environment focused on quality care. If you're passionate about dermatology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of medical assistant experience, ideally in dermatology.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with office procedures and patient care.
• Document patient history and perform basic scribing tasks.
• Prepare and assist with surgical and cosmetic procedures.

Skills

Medical Assistance

Scribing

Patient Care

Infection Control Practices

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Narrowband Therapy Units

Photodynamic Therapy Units

Job description

The Medical Assistant at Northeast Dermatology Associates is responsible for providing medical assistance to dermatology physicians, including rooming patients, updating all components of the patient’s medical history, documenting reason for visit and history of present illness. Assists the physician with office procedures including, but not limited to, biopsies, surgeries, and treatments for various skin conditions.

Full Time Position: Weekly Schedule - 4/10's Monday - Friday

This position is based out of our Exeter, NH clinic; however, applicants must be willing and able to cover additional clinics in local area if needed (Portsmouth, Dover, Portland or York).

Compensation: $21 - $24 x hr (based on experience) plus comprehensive benefits package

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Works as part of a team to see a patient volume of an average of up to 40 patients per day.
• Basic scribing responsibilities.
• Takes and documents patient HPI.
• Updates all patients medical/surgical/family history, medications, and allergies.
• Preps and assists numerous surgical procedures such as ED&Cs, shave/punch biopsies, ILK, I&D, and others.
• Preps and assists with numerous cosmetic procedures such as Botox, lasers, and others.
• Preps and assists with excisions or other surgical procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates strict sterile techniques.
• Numbs treatment areas as directed.
• Removes sutures as needed.
• Logs pathology and transmits pathology orders to appropriate lab.
• Input templates and scribes chart notes as required by physician.
• Processes RX refills and submits prior authorizations.
• Operates Narrowband and photodynamic therapy units.
• Fills liquid nitrogen containers for daily use.
• Cleans and stocks patient examination rooms and supply areas.
• Follow infection control practices.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: 0-3 years of medical assistant experience, preferably in dermatology.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle or fell objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 25 pounds. Repetitive motion of upper body required for extended use of computer. Required specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.