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Medical AssistantSeeking a friendly and dependable full-time Medical Assistant for our Dermatology Practice.Classification: HourlyPay Rate: Starting at $20 - $22 based on experience and proficiency.Department: Centennial General DermatologyReports to: Centennial Clinical ManagerTriage/Pathology/MA Essential Job Duties:Primary: Triage and Pathology responsibilities.Answering and returning patient calls regarding triage and pathology results.Checking and responding to intramail/email.Printing and distributing faxed refill requests, labs, outside chart notes, prior authorizations, etc.Processing prior authorizations for medications and procedures.Processing refill requests in the EMR system and by fax.Scanning appropriate documents when necessary.Frequently communicating with doctors regarding patients' medical care.Schedule patient appointments as necessary.Inform patients of pathology and lab results and schedule appropriately.Suture removals and wound checks.Maintaining pathology logs and ensuring patient compliance with treatment.Sending follow-up letters and/or certified letters for delayed treatment or cancelled procedures.Enter MIPS data.Secondary: MA assisting when needed.Prepare for clinic day (exam rooms, iPads, laptops, LN2).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.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.Complete iPledge paperwork and register or confirm patients in iPledge.Scan and attach all pertinent documentation. Communicate with patient as necessary.Complete letter log for patients with referring physicians as well as indicating when a biopsy has been performed.Clean and restock exam rooms and lab station, sterilize instruments, and wash/fold laundry.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.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 required.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 a largely sedentary role. If performing medical assistant duties, 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 or part-time 24 hours/week position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., but hours may vary if performing medical assistant duties. Some Saturdays may be required, 7:45 a.m. – 12:00 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.
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englewood, CO, 80112, US
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