Were hiring a Medical Assistant to join our outpatient dermatology clinic in Annapolis MD. The Medical Assistant will assist Physicians and other Providers by preparing procedure trays ensuring adequate supplies for the department and assisting with patient care.

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 Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern states. With 250 clinicians and 110 locations in 7 states were thriving growing and looking to add talented individuals to our team!

Job Summary:

This role is ideal for pre-medical or pre-health students who wish to gain clinical experience in a fast-paced and patient-centered environment. The Medical Assistant will assist Physicians and other Providers by preparing procedure trays ensuring adequate supplies for the department and assisting with patient care.

Required schedule: Monday-Thursday and every other Friday 6:45am-3:45pm

Pay range: $17-23/hr

Duties/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 to-dos/Nurse line.
• Understand and obtain MIPS information for each patient.
• 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• Maintain medication supplies discard out-of-date supplies and keep appropriate records.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 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.
• Assist physician with all surgical procedures including Mohs excisions and biopsies.
• Complete Prior Authorizations on medications.
• Ensure all phone messages faxes and interdepartmental mail are addressed in a timely manner.
• Must maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 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 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
• 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 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.
• Ability to spell sort and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically.

Education and Experience:

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Enrollment or planned enrollment in a pre-medical or pre-health program.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program Certified Nursing Assistant program preferred.
• CPR certified preferred.
• 1-2 years of recent experience as a Medical Assistant Certified Nursing Assistant or other clinical patient care experience preferred.
• Experience with Prior Authorizations is 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