Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Dermatology

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Title : Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Department : Clinical Operations

FLSA Status : Non - Exempt

Job Type : Full Time

Location : Roseville, with occasional travel to other clinic locations as needed

Schedule : Monday - Friday (Day Shift)

No weekend or holidays

Mission Statement :

The mission for Tareen Dermatology is to provide compassionate, state of the art dermatologic care to each patient with an emphasis on early diagnosis, patient education, and comprehensive skincare.

Our Vision is to exceed the patient's expectations by providing individualized, expert, and ethical care. We seek to be a leader in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology and to always give back through service in our community.

Job Summary :

The CMA will work closely with Dermatologists and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care, perform clinical tasks, and ensure a positive experience for patients in a fast-paced dermatology practice. The CMA is responsible for adhering to all policies, procedures, and nursing practice guidelines.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare patients for dermatology exams and procedures by reviewing medical history and addressing patient concerns.
• Accompanies provider into the patient examination room in order to transcribe a history and physical exam, and documents accurately the provider's encounter with the patient.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and / or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
• Acts as liaison between providers and support staff; mediating issues and problems as necessary.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Monitors, maintains and stocks exam rooms.
• Accurately and thoroughly documents medical visits and procedures as they are being performed at the direction of the provider.
• Ensures that all clinical data, lab or other test results and the interpretation of the results by the provider are recorded accurately in the medical record.
• Generates and submits orders as directed by the provider.
• Provide direct assistance to physicians with surgical and medical procedures, such as excisions, skin biopsies, wart treatments, cosmetic treatments, etc.
• Provide wound care, suture removal, and post-procedure instructions to patients.
• Provide patient education including treatment plans, prescribed medication, and pre- and post- treatment care guidance.
• Accurately and thoroughly complete medical documentation in our EMR.
• Handle and label specimens for lab analysis following proper protocols.
• Perform clinical and administrative duties such as phlebotomy, instrument cleaning, phone calls, and scheduling.
• Comply with quality control and safety standards per CLIA and OSHA policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills / Abilities :

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Education and Experience : .

Salary Description

From $25 to $35 / hour