Mohs Medical Assistant

Mohs Medical AssistantPosition Type: Full TimeTravel: Required travel between Seminole, Clearwater, and Brandon each week (some monthly travel to Leesburg and Lecanto may be included as well)Job Description: To assist the Provider in providing the utmost direct/indirect quality care to patients with the end goal of making patients feel as if they are family.Role and ResponsibilitiesPrepare and maintain examination and treatment areasAssist with examinations, invasive and non-invasive procedures or treatmentsApply principles of aseptic technique and infection controlComply with quality assurance practicesScreen and follow up on patients test resultsCollect and process specimens; log specimensPerform diagnostic tests if applicableObtain patient medical history and vitalsPrepare and administer medication (excludes controlled drugs)Maintain accurate medication recordsRecognize and respond to emergenciesCall or enter in prescriptions per physicians ordersMaintain drug sample supply on hand. Discard appropriately expired samplesAssist in general housekeeping duties including weekly scrub-down of all patient care areasPerform routine equipment maintenance and maintain logs (i.e. autoclave, eye wash stations and clinical refrigerators)ProfessionalDemonstrates initiative and responsibilityAble to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focusAdheres to ethical principlesTime ManagementAdapts to changeAttends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/educationCommunicationRecognizes and respects cultural diversityAdapts communication to individual’s ability to understandUses professional, pleasant telephone etiquetteUses medical terminology appropriatelyTreats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respectProjects a professional manner and imageConsistent attendance and punctualityAdherence to time clock proceduresLegalMaintains confidentiality and documents accuratelyUses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient informationPractices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilitiesConducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s Employee Handbook.Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIACore CompetenciesEfficiencyAttention to detailsOrganizedPunctualTakes initiative, proactiveTeam PlayerHonesty/IntegrityFlexibleCalm under pressure“A Doer”, persistenceProblem solver, Strategic thinking, CreativityAnalytical skillsClear and concise communication/Listening skillsQuick Learner, IntelligenceFollow through on commitmentsEnthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitudeOpenness to advice and constructive criticismStrong work ethicPhysical DemandsProlonged standing/walkingOccasional travelMultitaskingRepetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotationExtensive reading, writing, typing requiredLifting to 25lbsFrequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipmentTransferring and positioning patientsQualifications and Education Requirements:High school diploma, AA degree or higher. Medical assistant diploma and certification preferred. Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftMonday to FridayWork setting:In-personEducation:High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)Work Location: In person