Medical Assistant

Dermatologists Of Central States (Docs) Medical Assistant

At Dermatologists of Central States (DOCS), we are dedicated to skin health! With more than 200 providers across 20 practice brands and 100+ locations in 10 states, we've been transforming the lives of our patients for more than 40 years. Our mission is to prioritize our patients with outstanding medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services, all delivered in a friendly, convenient, and compassionate environment.

Job Responsibilities

A Medical Assistant is responsible for general clinical and procedural patient care, under supervision of the Practice Manager and / or center Physicians / Providers. They assist in patient care management.

• Verify patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history and confirming purpose of visit
• Enter medical history and visit information into EHR
• Escort patients to exam room
• Ask pertinent medical questions and data entry into EHR
• Prepare patient for exam by providing them with drapes and other materials to ensure they are prepared for the visit when the Physician enters the room.
• Taking photographs
• Assisting physician during medical examination and procedures
• Schedule medical procedures
• Instruct patients on proper usage of medications
• Phone in prescriptions to various pharmacies
• Change wound dressings, removing sutures, and in-office phlebotomy
• Collect, log and package lab specimens for transport
• Sterilize medical instruments
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt
• Complete phone triage
• Notify all patients of pathology and lab results
• Scribe office visits
• Administer IM, SQ, and topical medications as ordered
• Perform and document nurse visit appointments including suture removals, UVB, Excimer, Patch Testing, and Biologic injections.
• Maintaining safe, secure and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures

Benefits

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, company paid life insurance, employee assistance program, and paid time off.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent certificate

Prior experience in medical office

Ability to learn related center tasks and be of assistance to management and physicians

Self-motivated to achieve the highest patient care and customer service standards

Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding (preferred)

Familiarity with the ModMed EMA EMR (preferred)

Thorough understanding of HIPAA law

Team player

Physical Demands

Standing or walking for extended periods of time.

Ability to periodically lift objects or equipment up to 35 lbs.

Moderate levels of pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead to prep exam rooms for patient visits as well as cleaning and sterilizing rooms after patient visits.

The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Ability to hear normal conversation levels.

Hand dexterity.