Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Dermatology

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Join Rapid City Medical Center as a Full-Time Certified Medical Assistant in Dermatology!

Rapid City Medical Center is excited to offer a full-time Certified Medical Assistant position in our Dermatology department. In this role, youll assist physicians with patient care, handle clerical and organizational tasks, manage appointment scheduling and charts, and provide patients with the information they need to fully benefit from our clinic services.

Enjoy the stability of a schedule with no nights, no weekends, and no holidays, all while working under direct onsite physician supervision in a supportive environment.

Who We Are

Rapid City Medical Center is a physician clinic dedicated to excellence, choice, and patient-centered care. We prioritize building strong relationships with our patients, partnering with them throughout their health journey. Our team of 90 physicians and advanced practice providers, supported by over 400 employees, combines leading-edge technology with medical expertise to ensure efficient and effective appointments and smooth insurance interactions.

We thrive on collaborating with smart, compassionate individuals. Our work can be challenging, but we are motivated by serving our families, friends, and community in meaningful ways. We value work-life balance and career satisfaction, offering competitive wages, exceptional benefits, and a workplace where you can feel proud of your contributions.

Our benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with profit sharing, life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, seven paid holidays plus a floating birthday, paid time off (PTO), and flexible scheduling to support important personal and family milestones.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include : checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam / procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting routine lab specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; performing aseptic procedures, taking vital signs; nonintravenous injections; administering medications by unit dosage as ordered by the physician; observing & reporting patients signs or symptoms; administering basic first aid; assisting physicians / nurses with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients / families per physician direction; answering calls and providing pertinent information to the physician.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include : sending / receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab / x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms / requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing and charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.
• Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned which may include : setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocol; cleaning exam / procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam / procedure rooms.
• Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned which may include : respecting / promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and / or staff with immediate supervisors quickly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION : High school diploma. Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program.

EXPERIENCE : Minimum of one years work experience in medical service.

REQUIREMENTS : Active Medical Assistant Certification. Maintains CPR certification.

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SKILLS & ABILITITES

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This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.