Medical Assistant

Job Details
Job Location
Rendon Center Dermatology (DAC) - Boca Raton, FL
Position Type
Full Time
Job Category
Health Care
Description
Medical Assistant
Outstanding Dermatology practice has an opening for an experienced Dermatology Medical Assistant. This is a Full-time position in a gorgeous state-of-the-art-office offering Medical, Cosmetic and Surgical Dermatology located in the Rendon Center in Boca. We are seeking an energetic team-oriented individual to join our outstanding team.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Room patients and document medical histories and chief complaints in the EMR.
• Assist the provider with all aspects of dermatology care, including biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, sutures, suture removals, general office visits, laser therapies, injections, and wound care.
• Accurately and thoroughly scribe all notes during visits for the provider in the EMR.
• Maintain and organize the medical assistant station, exam rooms, and lab.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments.
• Schedule follow-up appointments in conjunction with the Medical Receptionist.
• Cross-train to assist with front office duties such as check-in and appointment scheduling.
• Inform patients of laboratory results and document them properly in the chart.
• Update and file patient medical records and correspondence.
• Code and fill out insurance forms.
• Transmit prescription or refill requests as directed by the provider.
• Obtain prescription authorizations for patient medications.
• Report and record applicable diagnoses of malignant results to the FCDS portal.
• Create certified letter communications for noncompliant patients needing treatment for malignant results.
• Inform management of clinical supplies needed.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients.

• Provide compassionate patient support and care during office visits, acting as a patient liaison. Medical assistants play a crucial role in helping patients feel at ease in the physician's offic

Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience Required:

• 1+ years of experience directly assisting a Dermatologist with hands-on patient care.
• 1+ years of experience working with an Electronic Medical Record (EZ Derm or ModMed preferred).
• Strong understanding of dermatology terminology, medications, procedures, and treatments.
• Phlebotomy experience is a plus.
• Certification in medical assisting is not required but is a great asset.