Medical Assistant - Dermatology

Position Summary

Performs patient care under the direction and supervision of the physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in an ambulatory care setting. Scribing for the provider*

Why is Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health your best place to work?

• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• leadership development programs
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs
• Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions
• Four weeks of paid parental leave
• PTO and flexible leave options
• Fertility benefits
• Affirmation assistance
• Pet insurance

Responsibilities

• Supports and demonstrates effective and professional communication with patients and family members
• Works collaboratively with the administrative and operations staff
• Gathers patient data through interviews and observation
• Assists patients and families with preparation for examination
• Assists the physician or APP during examination and procedures
• Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by the practice
• Documents, treatments, procedures, and patient education according to Orlando Health and department specific policies
• Processes incoming and outgoing calls in an independent and professional manner using sound clinical judgment
• Enters medication, laboratory and diagnostic imaging orders into the electronic medical system under the direction of a provider
• Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and department specific policy, procedures, value statements and Commitment to Excellent standards
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and can assess data appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients on his or her assigned department and/or unit
• Participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Indicator activities as assigned
• Demonstrates awareness of medical/legal issues, patient rights and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies
• Practices the efficient use of supplies
• Assists business office as needed with reception, scheduling, and discharge of patients

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school (or verifiable applicable work experience in a patient care setting) required