Physician Assistant (104244)

U.S. Dermatology Partners; Lake Lotawana (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Dermatology Partners in Lees Summit, MO, is seeking a Dermatology Provider for a full-time position. You will examine patients, diagnose skin conditions, and contribute to comprehensive patient management in a busy dermatology clinic.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of dermatology experience, CPT/ICD-10 coding knowledge, and strong English communication. Proficiency in Excel/Outlook/Word and HIPAA familiarity are expected alongside MO licensure.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of work experience as a Dermatology Provider.
• Dermatology experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and perform comprehensive physical exams with medical data collection.
• Diagnose skin conditions and order/perform diagnostic tests as appropriate.
• Assist in surgical procedures and patient management planning.
• Prescribe medications under physician supervision and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Dermatology experience

Medical terminology

CPT/ICD-10 knowledge

English communication

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Lees Summit-Ralph Powell - Lees Summit, MO, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $120000.00 - $150000.00Salary/year, Job Category: Health Care, Job Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Diagnoses patient conditions, examines skin to determine nature of disease, administers or orders diagnostic tests, taking blood samples, smears and skin biopsies from affected areas, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Treats illnesses, abscesses, skin injuries, malignancies, skin infections, and other skin conditions
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, and other procedures as appropriate.
• Assists Physician(s) in surgical procedures, surgically excises cutaneous malignancies, cysts, birthmarks, and other growths, suturing, wound care, and other procedures as appropriate.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
• Prescribes and administers medications under the supervision of the physician(s) and in accordance with regulations of the State Medical Board/Regulatory agency for PA’s.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service.
• Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization.

Qualifications: Experience Requirements

• Minimum two years of work experience as a Dermatology Provider (NOT Medical Assistant experience or clinical rotations)
• Dermatology experience, required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, required.
• Thorough knowledge of medical billing coding, including CPT and ICD-10 coding, required.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function
• Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations
• Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and team mate support needs
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to intermediate problem solving
• Basic to intermediate computer operation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines