Job Description
Job Description
SSM Health Dermatology's mission is to strive as a team for excellence by providing the most comprehensive, patient-centered care every day. We are looking for a Medical Assistant to contribute in their own unique way to our Company’s exceptional services and performance for our clients.
Classification :
This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Objective :
Under direct supervision of leadership, the Medical Assistant / Scribe will serve as direct support for the Dermatologist. The primary goal of the Medical Assistant / Scribe is to increase the efficiency and the productivity of the Dermatologist, allowing the Dermatologist to focus on the patient.
Qualifications :
- Previous experience as a medical assistant or certified nursing assistant.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Job Duties :
Understand and follow complex technical instructions.Communicate effectively and assertively while demonstrating compassion and empathy for individual situations.Understand medical terminology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments.Complies with all state, federal, and organizational policies, and procedures.All clinical aspects of rooming a patient including assisting provider with procedures.Transcribe real time examinations into EMR.Communicate test results to patient via MyChart message, telephone call, or registered letter.Track, manage, and document results in Pathology book.Complete prior authorizations for non-biologic medications.Maintain supplies, material and equipment in patient rooms or pod.Travel to satellite clinics as assigned.Other job duties as assigned.Education :
Minimum High School Diploma or GED, Some college preferred 2+ years of experience.Maintenance of current Basic Life Support (BLS).Essential Physical Requirements :
SittingStandingLifting up to 25 poundsTyping