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Louisiana Dermatology Associates

<div>Position Summary:

The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include patient rooming, updating medical histories, documenting visit details, and assisting with various dermatological procedures such as biopsies, surgeries, and skin treatments.

Essential Functions:

To perform effectively in this role, the candidate must fulfill the following duties with or without reasonable accommodations:
<ul>
<li>Collaborate with a team to manage an average patient volume of up to 40 patients daily.</li>
<li>Document patient histories, including history of present illness (HPI), medical, surgical, and family history, medications, and allergies.</li>
<li>Prepare and assist with dermatological and cosmetic procedures, including ED&amp;Cs, biopsies (shave and punch), ILK, I&amp;D, Botox, laser treatments, excisions, and other surgical interventions.</li>
<li>Administer local anesthesia and remove sutures as directed.</li>
<li>Ensure strict adherence to sterile techniques and infection control practices.</li>
<li>Perform scribing responsibilities, including inputting templates and chart notes as directed by physicians.</li>
<li>Process prescription refills and manage prior authorizations.</li>
<li>Log pathology samples and coordinate with appropriate laboratories.</li>
<li>Operate specialized equipment such as Narrowband UVB and photodynamic therapy units.</li>
<li>Maintain and replenish liquid nitrogen containers.</li>
<li>Clean and stock examination rooms and supply areas.</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to organizational infection control protocols.</li>
<li>Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising physician or department lead.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or GED required.</li>
<li>3 years of medical assistant experience with Credentials, preferably in Dermatology.</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate patient records.</li>
<li>Effective communication and teamwork skills.</li> 
</ul>
This role requires a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care and operational excellence.

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities:
<ul>
<li>Physical Requirements:</li>
<li><ul><li>Occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.</li>
<li>Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.</li>
<li>Occasionally required to climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.</li>
<li>Occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds.</li>
</ul></li><li>Vision Requirements:</li>
<li><ul><li>Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.</li>
</ul></li>
</ul>Note: 
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, or duties modified by the department supervisor based on operational needs.</div>

Medical Assistant - Brusly/Gonzales, LA

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Medical Assistant - Brusly/Gonzales, LA