Part Time MOHs Medical Assistant

Advanced Dermatology, P.C.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Advanced Dermatology, P.C. in Paramus, NJ is seeking an experienced MOHs Medical Assistant to join our practice on a part-time basis at our Paramus office. Must have MOHs experience, cosmetic assistant experience, and phlebotomy certification.

The Medical Assistant provides admin and clinical support, handles patient care tasks, and ensures efficient office operations with accuracy and compassion. Dermatology experience is strongly preferred and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Medical assistant certification (CMA / RMA) preferred.
• 1+ year of medical assistant experience (dermatology preferred).
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Friendly, compassionate demeanor with strong communication.
• Excellent time management and organization for patient flow.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Confidentiality of patient records.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for visit and assists during examinations.
• Verifies patient information and vital signs.
• Assists during examinations; prepares specimens and basic on-site labs.
• Enters vitals and orders into the EHR.
• Performs general office duties and insurance forms.
• Schedules follow-up appointments and returns calls by end of day.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cosmetic assistant

MOHs experience

Patient care

Interpersonal communication

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

CMA/RMA certification

Job description

Description

Advanced Dermatology, P.C. is seeking an experienced MOHs Medical Assistant to come on board Part Time in our Paramus office!

• Must have cosmetic assistant experience
• Phlebotomy certification required
• Must have MOHs experience

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant provides administrative and clinical support to licensed medical providers, as allowable by law, to ensure appropriate patient care and efficient office operations. A Certified (Registered) Medical Assistant supports providers and patients by handling various patient-care tasks related to management, organization, and communication. The position requires accuracy, quality work, compassion, and timeliness, while attending to patient needs.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for the visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examination room; providing examination gowns and drape; helping them position themselves for the examination and/or treatment; monitoring instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
• Supports patient-care by helping providers during examinations; preparing specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on site; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; authorizing drug refills as directed; calling in prescriptions to pharmacies; removing sutures; changing dressings.
• Enters patients' vital statistics and information such as medications, test results, radiology, and laboratory orders into the Electronic Health Record.
• Assists during medical examinations, as allowable by law.
• Performs general office duties (e.g., answering telephones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms).
• Schedules follow up appointment if indicated by provider.
• Returns patient calls by the end of the day.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Medical assistant certification (CMA / RMA) preferred.
• 1+ year of experience working as a medical assistant (dermatology experience strongly preferred).
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Friendly and compassionate disposition with strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Dedication to maintaining confidentiality of all patient records.

EMA experience is a plus!