Busy and friendly dermatology practice is looking for an enthusiastic and dependable Medical Assistant / Scribe
Classification : Hourly
Pay Rate: $20.00 to $22.00 based on experience and proficiency
Department: General Dermatology Aurora / Centennial
Reports to: Aurora and Centennial Clinic Managers
Medical Assistant/Scribe Essential Job Duties:
- Prepare for clinic day (exam rooms, iPads, laptops, LN2). Close down rooms at end of day.
- Create visit note, ascertain chief complaint(s), review of systems, and personal history/family history/medications/allergies with patient and input any changes.
- Enter MIPS data: smoking/pneumonia vaccine/advance care plan/flu vaccine/melanoma patients.
- Review and enter PHS forms for all patients.
- Perform various tests, set up and assist with biopsies/surgeries, draw up medications, and perform injections.
- Document in proper log books for biopsies and all testing done, and maintain accuracy.
- Perform wound checks/suture removals and create notes for documentation.
- Complete iPledge paperwork and register or confirm patients in iPledge Scan and attach all pertinent documentation provided by the doctors.
- Communicate continuation of care with patient as directed by doctors.
- Complete letter log for patients with referring physicians as well as indicating when a biopsy has been performed.
- Maintain necessary supplies for clinic.
- Clean, sterilize instruments, and wash and fold laundry.
- Restock and clean exam rooms and lab station as needed.
- Schedule patient appointments as necessary.
- Scribe duties include documenting all aspects of the patient’s visit as directed by the doctor.
- Maintaining a clean work environment.
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements/Skills:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Medical Assistant Diploma or Certified Nursing Assistant diploma preferred.
- At least one year of patient care experience in a medical setting preferred.
- Bachelors of science or biology will be considered.
- Must be proficient with verbal and written communication.
- Must be reliable and able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Excellent multi-tasking skills and flexibility.
- Experience with EMR (electronic medical records) preferred.
Competency:
- EMR, iPad, computer knowledge preferred.
- Must be reliable and a self-starter.
- Proficient with written and verbal communication.
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
- Compliant with HIPAA and OSHA.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional medical environment. This role routinely uses standard office and medical equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, fax machines, ultrasonic, and autoclave.
Physical Demands:
This is an active role. This job requires walking or standing for long periods of time. Some bending and lifting may be necessary.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time 32-40 hour/week position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 7:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Travel:
To other office locations as required
Benefits:
Full-time employees are offered Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.