Description:
Advanced Dermatology, P.C. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to come on board Full Time in our Rye Brook office!
- Must have cosmetic assistant experience
- Phlebotomy certification required
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!
