Surgical Medical Assistant (Dermatology) Knoxville, TN

Overview

Anne Arundel Dermatology is hiring a Medical Assistant to join our outpatient dermatology clinic in Knoxville TN. The Medical Assistant will assist Physicians and other Providers by preparing procedure trays ensuring adequate supplies for the department and assisting with patient care.

Knoxville Dermatology Group (KDG) is one of the largest groups of board certified dermatologists in Tennessee. All of our physicians are board-certified with extensive dermatology experience. With thirteen providers between two locations West Knoxville & Sevierville we are able to treat our patients for all of their dermatology needs.

Responsibilities

• Escort p atient to exam room and confirm first & last name & DOB .
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Organize patient flow .
• Setup p rocedure tray instruments and equipment according to i nstructions .
• 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• Maintain medication supplies discard out-of-date supplies and keep appropriate records .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 s upply 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 p rocedures.
• 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

• Able to triage patient problems.
• Be familiar with and compliant OSHA/HIPAA infection control & Blood Borne Pathogen S tandards .
• Experience measuring vital signs and preparing patients for appointments.
• Experience administering injections.
• Knowledge of medical terminology CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Knowledge of office financial policies .
• Basic computer skills and experience in EMR utilization .
• Able to operate standard office equipment ( i.e. computer fax copier scanner etc )
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent in English
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work in an effective cooperativ e and courteous manner with staff patients and visitors.
• Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed
• Ability to multi-task prioritize appropriately and work well both individually and as part of a team
• Ability to read understand and follow oral and written instruction .
• Ab ility to spell sort and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically .

Licensure/Certifications/Education

Education and Experience:

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Completion 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.
• CPR certified preferred.
• 1-2 years of recent experience as a Medical Assistant Certified Nursing Assistant or other clinical patient care experience preferred.
• Previous experience in Dermatology is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Moderate amount of talking bending twisting reaching and balancing.
• Use of hands and fingers.
• Talking and listening in person and on the telephone.
• Handling of materials such as paper supplies etc.
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Risk of exposure to infectious organisms and the possibility of injury due to chemicals and sharp objects.

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

• Medical Dental & Vision insurance effective 1 st of the month after date of start
• Short-term and long-term disability Voluntary life (employee spouse and child) Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Effective the 1 st of the month following date of hire
• Company provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement Savings account
• Employee discount on cosmetic services and products

Required Experience:

Junior IC