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Advanced Dermatology, LLC lists this Medical Assistant opportunity in paramus, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Advanced Dermatology, P.C. Medical AssistantAdvanced Dermatology, P.C. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to come on board Full Time in our Paramus office. Must have cosmetic assistant experience. Phlebotomy certification required.Position Summary: The Medical Assistant provides administrative and clinical support to licensed medical providers, as allowable by law, to ensure appropriate patient care and efficient office operations. A Certified (Registered) Medical Assistant supports providers and patients by handling various patient-care tasks related to management, organization, and communication. The position requires accuracy, quality work, compassion, and timeliness, while attending to patient needs.Key Roles & Responsibilities:Prepares patients for the visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examination room; providing examination gowns and drape; helping them position themselves for the examination and/or treatment; monitoring instruments, supplies, and equipment.Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.Supports patient-care by helping providers during examinations; preparing specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on site; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; authorizing drug refills as directed; calling in prescriptions to pharmacies; removing sutures; changing dressings.Enters patients' vital statistics and information such as medications, test results, radiology, and laboratory orders into the Electronic Health Record.Assists during medical examinations, as allowable by law.Performs general office duties (e.g., answering telephones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms)Schedules follow up appointment if indicated by providerReturns patient calls by the end of the dayOther duties as assignedRequirements:High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferredMedical assistant certification (CMA / RMA) preferred1+ year of experience working as a medical assistant (dermatology experience strongly preferred)Knowledge of medical terminologyExceptional customer service skillsFriendly and compassionate disposition with strong interpersonal communication skillsExcellent time management skills and ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flowAbility to work independently or as part of a teamDedication to maintaining confidentiality of all patient recordsEMA experience is a plus!
Worksite address
paramus, NJ, 07653, US
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