Overview:
Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our Santa Cruz, CA clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then a career at Forefront may be the perfect fit for you!
Summary:
The Medical Assistant is essential during the patient visit, accompanying the dermatologist in the room and promoting a friendly and efficient environment for patients, staff, and dermatologists.
Here are just a few things we offer:
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Access to health, dental, and vision insurance.
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Health Savings Account $500 matching contribution.
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Eligible for PTO and Holiday pay.
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Company paid life insurance and long term disability (full-time only).
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Access to voluntary short term disability insurance (full-time only).
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Access to additional life insurance.
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401K with employer contribution.
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Profit sharing.
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Employee discounts.
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And much more!
Essential Functions:
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Rooming patients and documents all vital information.
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Scribing information for the dermatologist.
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Providing post op wound care to patients.
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Suture removal.
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Cleaning and stocking the exam rooms.
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Scheduling patient appointments.
Assisting the dermatologist with procedures such as:
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Surgical photographs.
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Biopsies – punch, DIF and shave.
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Excisions.
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Electrodessication and curettage.
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I&D.
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Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery.
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Phototherapy.
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Injections.
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Koh preps.
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Trichograms.
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Patch testing.
Education:
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High School Diploma or equivalent.
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Post High School education in a medical support field: Certified Medical Assistant is required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
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1-2 years of recent experience in a medical office in a similar capacity is preferred.
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Must keep current on all state certifications, licenses and/or registrations to continue employment.
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Must possess organizational and communication skills.
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Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, clients, and visitors.
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Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team.