Certified Medical Assistant

Position : Certified Medical Assistant Location : Elkhart-IN (WM0201), IN Job Id : 1548 # of Openings : 1 Company Overview

Dermatologists of Central States (DOCS) is one of the largest and most established dermatology practices in the nation. With more than 186 providers within 80+ locations in 7 states, we have been serving patients for over 40 years.

At DOCS, we strive to put the patient first with an emphasis on medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. We provide easy access to high-quality dermatologic care in an environment that is consistently friendly, convenient, courteous, and caring. Summary

Perform administrative tasks under the direction of multiple physicians to keep the office running smoothly. Administrative duties may include, but are not limited to, answering phone calls, greeting patients, handling correspondence, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, transcribing patient visits, calling patients with biopsy results, surgery scheduling, assisting with MOHS surgery, assisting with excisions, maintaining pathology log, maintaining MIPS logs related to the diagnosis of Melanoma and the Melanoma Recall System. Job Responsibilities :

• Intake for surgical patients and return patients
• Assists with biopsy procedures and demonstrates current knowledge and skill in nursing practice to ensure safe and effective care for the patient population.
• Responsible for patient education including handing out educational pamphlets, giving verbal instructions, explaining products, discussing medications and wound care, and answering patient questions
• Providing post-op care to return patients
• Surgical instrument processing
• Scribe
• Participate in quality and safety control and provide support services within the clinic when not providing patient care
• Prepare for the day’s activities by checking schedules and preparing rooms for patient use i.e. clean, organize, and stock rooms with necessary equipment and supplies
• Communicate effectively with patients and co-workers in person and over the phone
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Must be able to work under time pressures in a busy clinic / office environment
• Must be able to react quickly and immediately respond to urgency and emergencies
• Must be able to reach for objects by extending arms and able to stay in one position for periods of time
• Must maintain attention to detail over an extended period of time

Qualifications :

• 2 years prior experience in medical assisting
• Demonstrated ability or experience in patient flow management and confidential management of patient health information
• Ability to provide services to patients in a warm, professional manner
• Dermatology experience a plus
• The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in the dermatology field and a passion for building relationships with their patients
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate professionally with clarity both verbally and in writing
• HIPAA & Provider Compliance (will train)
• EMR documentation (will train)
• Demonstrates a commitment to values and professionalism through appropriate conduct at all times

Equal Opportunity Employer : Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status

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