Certified Medical Assistant/Mohs Lab Medical Assistant

Located in the heart of Evans, Ga, we are a growing Dermatology practice looking to expand our team. We are looking for friendly, dependable, goal oriented, professionals that are passionate about patient care and serving our community. As a Medical Assistant, you will have direct contact with patients and their families, as well as daily interaction with our providers in all aspects of our medical practice. The ideal candidate is compassionate, motivated, detail oriented, responsible, well spoken, able to easily take direction, accept feedback in a positive manner, and has the ability to maintain these characteristics without feeling overwhelmed.

This is a full-time position- Monday through Friday, 7:50am to 5pm. Please keep in mind we are here to serve our patients, some deviation from these hours may be needed from time to time in order for us to deliver the high level of care and service we offer to our patients.

• Administrative Tasks:
• Managing patient records, to include updating and maintaining accurate and confidential information.
• Scheduling and confirming appointments in a timely manner.
• Handling billing and insurance claims (processing payments and verifying insurance coverage, prior authorization and pre-certification for medications and procedures).
• Answering phone calls, appropriately directing to designated staff with warm hand offs, providing information to patients, and responding to myChart messages in a prompt and timely manner.
• Filing and organizing paperwork, including medical records, pathology reports, and insurance documents.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Clinical Tasks (under supervision):
• Taking and recording vital signs.
• Preparing patients for medical examinations and procedures- to include assisting providers with procedures and scribing for providers.
• Assisting with medication administration as directed by a physician.
• Labeling and logging specimens accurately for pathology processing.
• Preparing, cleaning, and stocking exam rooms.
• Processing surgical instruments while adhering to proper sterile processing techniques.
• Assisting with patient intake by obtaining medical history and updating patient records.
• Communicating with patients to follow up on test results or procedures.
• Inventorying and ordering office supplies.
• Ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the office by assisting in other areas when needed or requested.
• Promote a positive image on the phone and in person when speaking with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Manual dexterity (such as sitting, standing, repetitive movements) for handling delicate tissue specimens and operating laboratory equipment.
• The ability to recognize problems, identify their causes, and make corrections using established protocols (analytical skills).
• Completing daily, weekly, monthly Quality Assurance logs and competencies.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Knowledge with Electronic Medical Records
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to distinguish urgent or emergent medical situations
• Demonstrate positive customer service skills
• Ability to function in a fast paced environment, multitasking
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow all HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA standards, along with internal office policies and procedures

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person