Medical Assistant Dermatology

Immediate opening for a Certified Medical Assistant working for a high paced, boutique, dermatology practice. Experience with Dermatology and Scribing using Modernizing Medicine's EMA solution is a plus.

Qualified candidates are great with dealing with people, experienced with medical environment, able to maintain confidential patient records and have great time management skills. Candidates must be comfortable working on general PC office computer programs and iPad.

Day to day responsibilities include (but are not limited to) :

• Provide exceptional and attentive care to patients
• Assist the dermatologist during examinations and procedures / treatments
• Prepare for cosmetic procedures
• Room patients, take histories, record in the electronic medical records.

Check that lab results, culture results, etc. are in the chart.

Handle / process specimens and send specimens to the laboratory with necessary, accurate paperwork.

Knowledge of healthcare administrative systems, HIPAA & OSHA policies

Experience using EMR software and patient scheduling systems preferred

Educate patient in preparation for procedures and post-op care as required

Respond to phone calls for test results, medication refills, post-operative care, etc.

Must be an engaging and professional communicator with excellent phone and e-mail etiquette.

Must be computer savvy and strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Prefer prior experience working in a dermatology / medical environment.

Must have strong understanding and execution of provider consistency.

Must exude strong, constructive and positive view of company culture.

Ensure all equipment is in working order.

Sterilize medical instruments / clean equipment.

Stock and clean exam rooms

Back office stocking and inventory

Other duties assigned

Must be a professional and great communicator, team player with a great attitude.

At least 1-2 year experience with EMR within a medical practice required. Dermatology experience strongly preferred.

Job Type : Full-time

Salary : $30.00 to $40.00 / hour based on experience

Required experience :

Dermatology : 2 years, plus

Job Location :

New York, New York (Upper East Side), Willingness to travel to satellite location in Westchester, NY

Required license or certification :

Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)