Surgical Medical Assistant - Dermatology (Tarpon Springs, FL)

Surgical Medical Assistant

We're hiring a Surgical Medical Assistant to join our outpatient dermatology clinic (Academic Alliance in Dermatology) in Tarpon Springs, FL. In this role, you'll provide hands-on surgical support to our Mohs surgeon and patients during MOHS procedures. This is a full-time, outpatient position with no nights or weekends.

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!

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

Responsibilities include :

• Escort patient to exam room and confirm first & last name & DOB.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Organize patient flow.
• Setup procedure tray, instruments, and equipment according to instructions.
• Prepare Path / lab specimens, route to correct lab directed by patient insurance plan.
• Respond to patient questions in office and on phone as instructed.
• Check to-dos / Nurse line.
• 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• Maintain medication supplies, discard out-of-date supplies, and keep appropriate records.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.
• Document all medical instructions given to patients, thoroughly review wound care with patients when applicable.
• Anesthesia / Inject for procedures.
• 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

Qualifications include :

Licensure / Certifications / Education

Education and Experience :

Physical Requirements :

Full time employees (defined as regularly working at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the following benefits :