Dermatology Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

The Dermatology Medical Assistant plays a critical role in supporting dermatologists and clinical staff to deliver exceptional patient care within a dermatology practice. This position involves preparing patients for examinations, assisting with dermatological procedures, and managing clinical documentation to ensure accurate and efficient workflow. The Medical Assistant will serve as a liaison between patients and providers, facilitating communication and providing education on skin care and treatment plans. By maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment, the assistant helps uphold safety and infection control standards. Ultimately, this role contributes to enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction through attentive, compassionate, and professional support.

• Take patient histories, chief complaint and update medication/allergy sheet in Electronic Medical Records (EMR).  
• Assist the provider with documentation of the patient visit in the EMR. Proficiency in typing, sporadic 10-key is a must. 
• Assist provider with in-office surgical procedures. 
• Record/maintain laboratory data in patient charts. Notify patients with lab results when appropriate. 
• Perform sterile dressing applications, suture removal, wound care, blood pressure, other appropriate procedures. 
• Give certain medications, injections under physician supervision.  
• Instruct patients regarding preparation for tests. Create lab forms in the EMR. Schedule appointments with other specialists.
• Promptly call back patient messages and prescription refills daily. 
• Collect specimens and perform certain in-house lab tests. 
• Monitor the quality of surgical and diagnostic equipment. Notify the supervisor if there is a need for replacement/repair.  
• Maintain general appearance and cleanliness of exam rooms.  
• Prepare/drape patients for examination. 
• Prepare/replenish supplies. Maintain inventory and reports to office supervisor concerning needed supplies.  
• Receive and organize the handling of medication samples. 
• Dispose of contaminated, disposable items in appropriate biohazard containers. 
• Complies with office policies pertaining to OSHA, CLIA and HIPAA Federal standards. 
• Perform other tasks as requested by coordinator, practice manager or physician. 
• Report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete the scheduled workday on a consistent basis. 
• Ability to work additional hours and/or overtime depending on patient needs. 

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