Medical Assistant (Dermatology) | Garner, NC

divh2Medical Assistant Position/h2pWere hiring a Medical Assistant to join our outpatient dermatology clinic in Garner, NC. The Medical Assistant will assist Physicians and other Providers by preparing procedure trays, ensuring adequate supplies for the department and assisting with patient care./ppFounded 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, were thriving, growing, and looking to add talented individuals to our team!/ppWhy join Anne Arundel Dermatology?/ppAt 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./ph2Responsibilities/h2ulliRoom patients and document intake./liliObtain and record vital signs./liliOrganize patient flow./liliSetup procedure tray, instruments, and equipment according to instructions./liliAssist providers with dermatology procedures./liliPrepare Path/lab specimens, route to correct lab directed by patient insurance plan./liliRespond to patient questions in office and on phone as instructed./liliReview and address clinical task lists and nurse line messages./liliCalibrate, clean, sterilize and inventory all equipment instruments according to schedule. Keep appropriate records of maintenance./liliMaintain medication supplies, discard out-of-date supplies, and keep appropriate records./liliMaintain infection control and make sure supply rooms and cabinets are stocked./liliOrdering, sorting, restocking and inventory of all supplies./liliAccurately document patient information and scribe provider notes in the EMR./liliAssist with administration of local anesthetic./liliEnsure all phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental mail are addressed in a timely manner./li/ululliMust maintain HIPAA compliance/liliOther duties assigned as deemed necessary by management./li/ulh2Qualifications/h2ulliAble to triage patient concerns./liliBe familiar with and compliant OSHA/HIPAA, infection control Blood Borne Pathogen Standards./liliExperience measuring vital signs and preparing patients for appointments./liliExperience administering injections./liliKnowledge of medical terminology, CPT and ICD-10 codes./liliKnowledge of office financial policies./liliBasic computer skills and experience in EMR utilization./liliAble to operate standard office equipment (i.e. computer, fax, copier, scanner, etc)/liliExcellent verbal and written communication skills./liliFluent in English/liliAbility to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment./liliAbility to work in an effective, cooperative, and courteous manner with staff, patients, and visitors./liliMust be able to travel to satellite offices as needed/liliAbility to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team/liliAbility to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction./liliAbility to spell, sort and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically./li/ulh2Licensure/Certifications/Education/h2ulliHigh School Graduate or GED required./liliCompletion of a Medical Assistant Program, Certified Nursing Assistant program or completion of a bachelors degree program in the pre-med or pre-physician assistant track preferred./liliCPR certified preferred./lili1-2 years of recent experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or other clinical patient care experience preferred./liliPrevious experience in Dermatology is preferred./li/ulpPhysical Requirements:/pulliStanding and walking for extended periods of time/liliModerate amount of talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing./liliUse of hands and fingers./liliTalking and listening in person and on the telephone./liliHandling of materials such as paper, supplies, etc./liliLifting and carrying up to 30 pounds./liliRisk of exposure to infectious organisms and the possibility of injury due to chemicals and sharp objects./li/ulpBenefits are offered to employees working 30+ hours per week:/pulliMedical, Dental Vision insurance effective 1st of the month after date of start/liliShort-term and long-term disability, Voluntary life (employee, spouse, and child), Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Effective the 1st of the month following date of hire/liliCompany provided Basic Life/ADD insurance/liliPaid time off/liliPaid holidays/liliRetirement Savings account/liliEmployee discount on cosmetic services and products/li/ul/div