Medical Assistant (Part time) -Easton, MD.

About the Role

The Medical Assistant will assist Physicians and other Providers by preparing procedure trays, ensuring adequate supplies for the department and assisting with patient care.

Responsibilities

• Escort patient to exam room and confirm first & last name & DOB
• Obtain and record vital signs
• Organize patient flow
• Setup procedure tray, instruments, and equipment according to instructions
• Prepare Path/lab specimens, route to correct lab directed by patient insurance plan
• Respond to patient questions in office and on phone as instructed
• Check to-dos/Nurse line
• Calibrate, clean, sterilize and inventory all equipment & instruments according to schedule
• Keep appropriate records of maintenance
• Maintain medication supplies, discard out-of-date supplies, and keep appropriate records
• Maintain infection control and make sure supply rooms and cabinets are stocked
• Ordering, sorting, restocking and inventory of all supplies
• Document all medical instructions given to patients, thoroughly review wound care with patients when applicable
• Anesthesia/Inject for procedures
• Ensure all phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental mail are addressed in a timely manner
• Must maintain HIPAA compliance
• Other duties assigned as deemed necessary by management

Qualifications

• Able to triage patient problems
• Be familiar with and compliant OSHA/HIPAA, infection control & Blood Borne Pathogen Standards
• Experience measuring vital signs and preparing patients for appointments
• Experience administering injections
• Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and ICD-10 codes
• Knowledge of office financial policies
• Basic computer skills and experience in EMR utilization
• Able to operate standard office equipment (i.e. computer, fax, copier, scanner, etc)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent in English
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to work in an effective, cooperative, and courteous manner with staff, patients, and visitors
• Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team
• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction
• Ability to spell, sort and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically

Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or GED required
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program, Certified Nursing Assistant program or completion of a bachelor's degree program in the pre-med or pre-physician assistant track preferred
• CPR certified preferred
• 1-2 years of recent experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or other clinical patient care experience preferred
• Previous experience in Dermatology is preferred

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Moderate amount of talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing
• Use of hands and fingers
• Talking and listening in person and on the telephone
• Handling of materials such as paper, supplies, etc.
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds
• Risk of exposure to infectious organisms and the possibility of injury due to chemicals and sharp objects

Pay

$18-22/hr, depending upon experience

Schedule

Part time Position with a required schedule of Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:30am-5pm. ~25 hours a week

Benefits

Full time employees (defined as regularly working at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance – effective 1st of the month after date of start
• Short-term and long-term disability, Voluntary life (employee, spouse, and child), Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity – Effective the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Company provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement Savings account
• Employee discount on cosmetic services and products