Medical Assistant (part-time)

Position : Medical Assistant (part-time) Location : New Orleans (Uptown), LA Job Id : 782 # of Openings : 1 We are searching for an energetic and upbeat Medical Assistant to work Part-Time at our busy New Orleans office running efficiently.

A successful candidate will love working with patients. (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Medical Assistant serves as a patient advocate during patient exam and treatment.
• Charts for the provider during the patient visit (in real time).
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, allergies, and medication list.
• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician.
• Assures appropriate consent has been obtained prior to treatment or procedures.
• Conducts patient assessments and obtains pertinent medical information for referral to the physician.
• Directs patients from the exam room to the next appropriate station, i.e., treatment room or appointment desk.
• Prepares and stocks exam rooms, orders such supplies as needed and maintains / controls drug samples.
• Assists physicians with exam and procedures as requested.
• Performs lab procedures and processing of lab specimens as needed. Files all labs and outside reports accurately and as needed.
• Maintains all exam room disinfection protocols.
• Assists physician with common dermatology procedures.
• Practice Standard Precautions, including hand washing and disposal of bio hazardous materials.
• Maintains a clean work environment and restocks the supply area as needed.
• Under supervision of physician, gives results of pathology, radiology, laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
• Thoroughly and accurately documents the delivery of care, including physician orders.
• Documents relevant material in medical record for physician to review and sign.
• Under the supervision of the physician, relays practitioner assessment and treatment plan to patient or designated family member.
• Assist with any other staff / team member as requested or needed by the physicians, nurses, Office Managers.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Two (2) + years’ experience in a dermatology practice setting.
• High school degree or GED
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of EMA EMR a plus.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Displays excellent customer service skills.
• Must be an organized, detailed and work well independently or on a team.
• Dermatology experience a plus.

At Sanova, employees are our most valuable resources, and an integral part of our success. Our mission is to build a world class organization that empowers our physicians and staff to provide the highest quality dermatological care, in state-of-the-art facilities, and improve the lives of the patients we serve.

Come see what it’s like to have an amazing employee experience with one of the best teams in the Dermatology world. PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM!

• We value Integrity, Teamwork, Compassion, Innovation & Excellence
• Competitive Salary
• Great Healthcare Plan for you and all dependents (we help you out with the cost!)
• Voluntary Dental, Vision, STD and Life
• Retirement contribution with Company match
• Company provided life insurance
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• Parental Leave
• Paid holidays
• Company sponsored events
• Employee rewards and recognition programs
• An environment in which you can balance great work with a great life

Sanova Dermatology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. .