Physician - Dermatology jobs in Caldwell, ID

Medical Assistant - Dermatology
Are you a Medical Assistant looking to work for a patient-focused Medical Practice? If so, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Experienced medical assistant needed at our growing dermatology clinic. We have 5 locations with our main location in Meridian, ID. Occasional travel to other clinics is REQUIRED. This will be a full-time or part-time position.

Applicant must be a team player, have a positive attitude, be able to multi-task, be adaptable, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Medical Assistant experience required. Dermatology and Mohs surgery experience preferred, although we are willing to train for the right applicant. Must be flexible and willing to travel to various locations if needed. Must have electronic medical records experience (EMA/Modernizing Medicine experience a plus).

Please submit your detailed resume.

Responsibilities:

All medically related work is under the direct supervision of the physician or other independently-licensed Medical Provider.

• Performs nursing procedures under supervision of physician
• Takes patient histories and vital signs
• Transcribes
• Assists physician and scribe in exam rooms and the surgical suite
• prepares & escribes prescriptions under the supervision of the provider
• Schedules patients occasionally
• Escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measure vital signs
• 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 supply coordinator of supply needs for lab, exam rooms, and cosmetic procedures
• Takes telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy 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.)
• Provides assistance, if necessary, to the front desk
• Requires travel with physician to out of area office
• Report statistics as required
• Completes Medication Prior Authorizations
• 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 to meet HIPA guidelines
• Be able to adhere to OSHA and CLIA guidelines

Medical assistants must have knowledge of:

• Medical terminology
• Spanish a plus
• Grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Knowledge of EHRs
• Knowledge regarding basic pharmaceuticals
• Medical transcribing

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 (preferred)
• Knowledge of basic pharmacology
• 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

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Travel pay to satellite clinics over 40 mi from main office

Medical specialties:

• Dermatology

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

COVID-19 considerations:

Masks are currently optional at our clinic. If a patient requests you wear a mask during their visit we ask you wear one.

Application Question(s):

• How many years of patient care experience do you have?

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Medical Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Medical Assistant Certification or Registration (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Dermatology

Schedule:

• 4x10
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person
• Outpatient
• Private practice

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Patient care: 1 year (Preferred)
• medical assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person