Medical Assistant (Dermatology Associates of Knoxville)
Medical Assistant (Dermatology Associates of Knoxville)
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Overview
At Anne Arundel Dermatology we give exceptional care to our patients and to eachother.
Patient First Caring Accountability Trust One Team Growth
Founded 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 MidAtlantic and Southeastern states. With 250 clinicians and 110 locations in 7 states were thriving growing and looking to add talented individuals to our team!
Anne Arundel Dermatology owns and operates several dermatology clinics within the Knoxville region including Dermatology Associates of Knoxville () Knoxville Dermatology Group () and East TN Dermatology.
Why join Anne Arundel Dermatology
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 drugs and prevention methods. You can find more than just a job with Anne Arundel Dermatology in Knoxville. We are one of the largest groups of dermatology practices in the area and believe in providing our new associates with intensive training and longterm career growth opportunities from within.
Dermatology Associates of Knoxville (DAK) offers stateoftheart specialized procedures in Mohs surgery aesthetic skin care and general dermatology.
MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL TO ALL 4 OF DAKs LOCATIONS.
Responsibilities
- Escort patient to exam room and confirm first & last name & DOB.
- Obtain and record vital signs.
- Organize patient flow.
- Setup procedure tray instruments and equipment according to instructions.
- 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 todos/Nurse line.
- Calibrate clean sterilize and inventory all equipment & instruments according to schedule. Keep appropriate records of maintenance.
- Maintain medication supplies discard outofdate supplies and keep appropriate records.
- Maintain infection control and make sure supply 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 procedures.
- 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 Standards.
- Experience measuring vital signs and preparing patients for appointments.
- Experience administering injections.
- Knowledge of medical terminology CPT and ICD10 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 highpaced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to work in an effective cooperative and courteous manner with staff patients and visitors.
- Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed
- Ability to multitask prioritize appropriately and work well both individually and as part of a team
- Ability to read understand and follow oral and written instruction.
- Ability 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 premed or prephysician assistant track preferred.
- CPR certified preferred.
- 12 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 1st of the month after date of start
- Shortterm and longterm disability Voluntary life (employee spouse and child) Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Effective the 1st 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:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
