Medical Assistants

Medical Assistant - Pediatric Pulmonology, Allergy and Oculoplastic Surgery/Aesthetics Location: Asheville, NC (in person) Practices: Ascend Pediatric Pulmonary and Ascend Medicine Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience Ascend Pediatric Pulmonary and Ascend Medicine are growing, independent, physician-owned practices in Asheville. Were looking for a compassionate, motivated Medical Assistant to support both offices. Youll work with children and families in pediatric pulmonology and allergy care, and with patients in our boutique oculofacial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery practice. Its a rare chance to build skills across several specialties. Responsibilities - Room patients, obtain vitals and medical histories - Assist with allergy skin testing and allergy injections (immunotherapy), with training provided - Help monitor patients after testing and injections and promptly alert clinical staff to any reactions - Perform pulmonary function testing (spirometry) and respiratory treatments, with training provided - Assist with in-office procedures and minor surgeries - Perform clinical photography and basic ophthalmic testing, with training provided - Prepare instruments and procedure rooms; sterilize instruments and maintain OSHA compliance - Coordinate referrals, prior authorizations, and patient and family communications - Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record {=html} What We Offer - Competitive pay: $20-$27/hour based on experience - Paid time off and paid sick time - 401(k) retirement plan - Health insurance contribution and health savings account - Professional development assistance - Monday-Thursday schedule with excellent work-life balance - Hands-on work alongside board-certified physicians in multiple specialties, including a fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeon - Real room for growth, including into aesthetics (future paths such as licensed aesthetician or aesthetic RN) If you want a career, not just a job, and enjoy helping patients while learning specialized care, wed love to hear from you. To apply: Apply through email your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io