Medical Assistant - (US-MS-Biloxi - 39540)

Minimum Education: High School
Job Type: Full Time
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Responsibilities to Include:

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Performs all technical and medical assisting functions necessary for the complete and efficient management of patients. Responsibilities include assisting patients with needs or problems relevant to their visits and assisting physicians with procedures, treatment and/or instructions to patients.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs all functions including assisting with the processing and disposition of patients, facilitating patient flow, assisting with procedures and applying wound dressing.

Accurately performs patient intake and patient/room preparation duties.

Keep physician(s) and patients up to date on patient volume and waiting times during sessions.

Maintain biopsy and procedure logbooks, in compliance office standards. Inform patients of laboratory and pathology results as directed by physician.

Responsible for procedure set-up and physician assistance for all dermatological procedures, using sterile technique. Procedures include punches, shaves, biopsies, ED & C, excisions and cosmetics.

Calls pharmacies with appropriate medication prescriptions and renewals as directed by the physician. Performs and documents all interaction and prescription renewals electronically.

Assists with patient education including informed consent, wound care, and medication instructions.

Autoclaves instruments for use in the department.

Follows infection control and regulatory compliance guidelines.

Responsible for stocking inventory of all equipment and supplies used for the delivery of clinical care.

All other duties as assigned, including cross-coverage to front office.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidate must have a high school diploma/ GED. Must be a graduate of a Medical Assisting training program or have comparable experience.

6 months medical office experience.

Experience with autoclaving preferred.

Medical terminology preferred.

Training Is Provided.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Must have necessary analytical, judgmental and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with patients, families and co-workers.

Communicates with physician(s) to determine medical assisting needs and to solve problems regarding medical assisting issues.

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Must demonstrate ability to work as a team member.

Ability to work in close contact with patients (witness medical concerns).

Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with fellow employees.

Assists patients in a manner that promotes the perception that the staff is courteous, efficient, and interested in their health care.

Treats all patients with dignity and professionalism.

To Apply: NO PHONE CALLS ACCEPTED!

Fax Resume to:
228-594-9962

or

Apply In Person
Mon-Thurs. 8a-3p
2550 Pass Road
Biloxi, Ms


Excellent Compensation available for Ideal Candidate.