Medical Assistant - Triage (floating) - Baton Rouge, LA

PhyNet Dermatology LLC; Denham Springs (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the dermatology field seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and deliver high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include patient rooming, updating medical histories, and assisting with dermatological procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and skilled in multitasking in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of medical assistant experience, preferably in dermatology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Prior Authorization experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to manage up to 40 patients daily.
• Prepare and assist with dermatological and cosmetic procedures.
• Ensure adherence to infection control protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Medical Assistant - Triage (floating) - Baton Rouge, LA

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Position Summary:

The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include patient rooming, updating medical histories, documenting visit details, and assisting with various dermatological procedures such as biopsies, surgeries, and skin treatments.

Position Summary:

The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include patient rooming, updating medical histories, documenting visit details, and assisting with various dermatological procedures such as biopsies, surgeries, and skin treatments.

Essential Functions:

To perform effectively in this role, the candidate must fulfill the following duties with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Collaborate with a team to manage an average patient volume of up to 40 patients daily.
• Document patient histories, including history of present illness (HPI), medical, surgical, and family history, medications, and allergies.
• Prepare and assist with dermatological and cosmetic procedures, including ED&Cs, biopsies (shave and punch), ILK, I&D, Botox, laser treatments, excisions, and other surgical interventions.
• Administer local anesthesia and remove sutures as directed.
• Ensure strict adherence to sterile techniques and infection control practices.
• Perform scribing responsibilities, including inputting templates and chart notes as directed by physicians.
• Process prescription refills and manage prior authorizations.
• Log pathology samples and coordinate with appropriate laboratories.
• Operate specialized equipment such as Narrowband UVB and photodynamic therapy units.
• Maintain and replenish liquid nitrogen containers.
• Clean and stock examination rooms and supply areas.
• Ensure adherence to organizational infection control protocols.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising physician or department lead.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Responsibilities:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–3 years of medical assistant experience, preferably in dermatology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate patient records.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Prior Authorization experience preferred.
  
  
  

This role requires a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care and operational excellence.

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities:

• Physical Requirements:
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds.
• Vision Requirements:
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  
  
  

Note:

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, or duties modified by the department supervisor based on operational needs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Medical Practices

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