Meridian, Idaho
Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) for Dermatology Clinic Job Opening in Meridian, Idaho - Experienced medical assistant needed immediately for approx 20-30 hours/week to start, but may work into full-time in the near future at our expanding dermatology clinic in Meridian, ID.
Applicant must be a team player, have a positive attitude, be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
CMA or RMA required Must be flexible Experience in dermatology a plus Must have electronic medical records experience (EMA/Modernizing Medicine experience a plus)
We offer competitive pay Please forward your detailed resume including salary history and salary requirements
Responsibilities: * All medically related work is under the direct supervision of the physician * Performs nursing procedures under supervision of physician * Takes patient histories and vital signs * Assists physician and scribe in exam rooms and the surgical suite * Calls patients to remind them of appointments in surgical suite * Escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient's chart
Gives instructions to patients as instructed by the physician * Ensures all related reports, labs and information is electronically uploaded into patients' medical records prior to their appointment
Keeps exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, prepare sterilization as required * Maintains inventory for the lab and exam rooms * Notifies practice manager of supply needs for lab, exam rooms, and cosmetic procedures * Takes telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to calls that are medically related * Triage and processes messages from patients and front office staff to physician * Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.) * Maintain slab compliance manual * Provides assistance, if necessary, to the front desk * Requires travel with physician to out of area office * Greet patients * register patients according to established protocols * assist patients to complete all necessary forms and documentation including medical insurance * ensure patient information is accurate including billing information * inform patients of medical office procedures and policy * maintain and manage patient records * move patients through appointments as scheduled * answer incoming calls and deal with inquiries * transfer calls as required * schedule patient appointments * report statistics as required * obtain external medical reports as required by medical professionals * respond and comply to requests for information * complete other clerical duties as assigned * safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality
Knowledge: * Medical assistants must have knowledge of:
Medical terminology
Grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Knowledge of EHRs
Skills: * Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette
Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
Ability to multi-task * Willingness to learn medical skills specific to dermatology * information collection and management * planning and organizing * attention to detail * customer service skills * adaptability * confidentiality
Education : * high school diploma * Medical assistant certification (CMA/RMA) REQUIRED * knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and diagnosis * knowledge of computer and relevant software applications * knowledge of general administrative and clerical procedures * working knowledge of healthcare insurance preferred
Employee Status: Non-exempt
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
High school or equivalent
Required experience:
Medical Assisting: 1 year
dermatology: 3 years
Required license or certification:
Registered of certified Medical Assisting Degree
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