Medical Assistant

Job Details

Job Location

Upland CA - Upland, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$18.00 - $22.00

Description

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following :

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Responsibilities / Duties / Functions / Tasks :

• Escort patient to and from exam room, help patient prepare for exam.
• Enter medical histories and prescriptions into EMR.
• Assist physician during exam / procedure.
• Perform extractions, injections and other patient treatments.
• Prepare and collect path / lab specimens, notify patients of results and schedule follow up appointments.
• Educate patients and respond to patient questions in office / on phone as needed.
• Document all medical instructions given to patients.
• Clean and organize exam rooms, prepare procedure trays, clean and autoclave instruments, and stock supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience :

Education : Certification preferred (i.e., Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Dermatology Technician, etc.)

Experience : Minimum two years' experience in a doctor's office. Prior dermatology experience preferred.

Other Requirements : None

Performance Requirements :

• Quality written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional in appearance and mannerisms.
• Knowledgeable of medical dermatology terms / CPT, ICD-10.
• Able to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others, patients and co-workers alike.
• Able to prioritize tasks, understand the provider's instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.

Equipment Operated : Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment : Position is in a well-lighted medical office environment. Occasional evening and weekend work.

Physical Requirements : Must possess the manual dexterity to operate office machines including computer and calculator; stooping, bending to handle files and supplies;

and mobility to complete errands or deliveries. Includes handling of sharps and chemicals. Stress can be triggered by multiple staff demands and deadlines.