Medical Assistant (Plastic Surgery)

Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads (an Inspire Aesthetics Group Partner) strives to provide a comfortable, compassionate, safe plastic surgery experience. With over 90+ years of combined plastic surgery experience, our award-winning plastic surgeons are well-known for listening to patients and delivering beautiful results. From our pre-operative care center to our AAAASF-accredited, fully appointed surgical center, we provide a caring, positive experience from the very first appointment and throughout patient care.

About the role

The medical assistant provides back-office support for patients and other clinical team members. This position performs tasks such as taking vitals, height/weight measurements, and post-operative care. The individual will play a significant role in the communication and flow of the office and must be flexible to work in both our Newport News and Williamsburg practice locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist provider with lasers, injectables, and minor procedures
• Assist in exam room set-up with the necessary supplies and equipment for each procedure
• Ensure all exam room supplies and equipment are stocked daily
• Take history and physical for consults
• Assist with post-op follow up with surgeons (suture removal, drain removal, dressings)
• Communicate and interpret physician's instructions to patients
• Dispose of all linen and trash in the appropriate manner
• Empty and replace sharps containers in all rooms
• Manage and oversee the direction and flow of patients to ensure the daily schedule runs efficiently and on time
• Ensure patient information is updated and complete in EMR (take photos, sign consents, update medical history, etc.)
• Operate e-fax, printer, scanner
• Participate in office events and seminars outside regular business hours
• Maintain an enthusiastic and optimistic personality
• Perform related work as required

Requirements

• High attention to detail and accuracy, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records
• Desire and ability to help maintain a pleasant, team-oriented atmosphere
• Prior experience working in a plastic surgery office or comparable medical office setting (Dermatology or Cosmetic Dentist)
• Must maintain a professional appearance and grooming at all times
• BLS Certification (Required)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Qualifications

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
• Ambulatory surgery center: 1 year (Preferred)

Schedule

4-day work week, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Benefits

• 401(k) plus company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Supplemental insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 9 Paid Holidays