Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant to join our outpatient dermatology clinic in Newport News, VA. The Medical Assistant will assist Physicians and other Providers by preparing procedure trays, ensuring adequate supplies for the department and assisting with patient care.

Founded 50+ years ago with a mission to provide the highest quality and full spectrum of medical, surgical, and esthetic skin care services to each and every one of its patients, Anne Arundel Dermatology has assembled the finest group of dermatologists in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern states. With 300+ clinicians and 110+ locations in 7 states, we're thriving, growing, and looking to add talented individuals to our team!

Why join Anne Arundel Dermatology? At Anne Arundel Dermatology we give exceptional care - to our patients and to each other. We are committed to continual training and education for our physicians and staff. We are on top of the latest developments in dermatology including ongoing research, emerging treatments, new medications and prevention methods. You can find more than just a job with Anne Arundel Dermatology. We believe in providing our new associates with intensive hands on training and long-term career growth opportunities from within.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and document intake.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Organize patient flow.
• Setup procedure tray, instruments, and equipment according to instructions.
• Assist providers with dermatology procedures.
• Prepare Path / lab specimens, route to correct lab directed by patient insurance plan.
• Respond to patient questions in office and on phone as instructed.
• Review and address clinical task lists and nurse line messages.
• Calibrate, clean, sterilize and inventory all equipment & instruments according to schedule. Keep appropriate records of maintenance.
• Maintain medication supplies, discard out-of-date supplies, and keep appropriate records.
• Maintain infection control and make sure supply rooms and cabinets are stocked.
• Ordering, sorting, restocking and inventory of all supplies.
• Accurately document patient information and scribe provider notes in the EMR.
• Assist with administration of local anesthetic.
• Ensure all phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental mail are addressed in a timely manner.
• Must maintain HIPAA compliance
• Other duties assigned as deemed necessary by management.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certifications / Education

Physical Requirements : Standing and walking for extended periods of time. Moderate amount of talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing. Use of hands and fingers. Talking and listening in person and on the telephone. Handling of materials such as paper, supplies, etc. Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds. Risk of exposure to infectious organisms and the possibility of injury due to chemicals and sharp objects.

Benefits are offered to employees working 30+ hours per week :