Medical Assistant
Company: U.s. Dermatology Partners
Location: Sugar Land
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
*SECTION 1: Job Summary (Summary of the basic functions of the
position)*The Medical Assistant is to provide assistance to the
licensed-medical provider in multiple settings including the clinic
and surgical settings. They are to provide safe, knowledgeable,
compassionate individualized care to all patients. Responsible for
the following, based on the needs of the organization:*SECTION 2:
Duties and Responsibilities (Responsibilities necessary to
accomplish job functions)** Serve as a patient advocate during
patient exam and treatment* Interview patients to obtain medical
information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.*
Show patients to examination rooms, procedure rooms or operative
rooms and prepare them for the physician.* Record patients' medical
history, medications, allergies, vital statistics and information
such as test results in medical records.* Ensure proper consent
forms are obtained prior to preparing a patient for treatment*
Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician
following safety protocol of right dose, right patient, right
route, right drug and noting expiration date* Collect blood, tissue
or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them
for testing.* Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets,
wound care instructions and physicians' instructions to patients.*
Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them
instruments and materials or performing such tasks as giving
injections and removing sutures.* Under Provider direction,
authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to
pharmacies.* Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations,
keeping the rooms neat and clean.* Inspects sterile items prior to
opening and lay supplies out on sterile field in an organized
manner* Assist physician with surgical procedure while maintaining
sterile field* Assess the patients condition throughout the exam,
procedure or surgery according to the facilitys policies and notify
physician and RN of any indication of distress* Responsible for
cleaning room and medical equipment in between each patient and at
the end of the day.* Correctly disposes of infection waste and
biohazard materials* Schedule appointments for patients* Change
dressings on wounds.* Greet patients arriving at office or clinic.*
Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for
tests and/or admission.* Inventory and assess the need for
instruments, supplies and equipment while keeping the room stocked*
Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.* Performs
accurate documentation of all procedures in a timely manner*
Responds to emergency situations based upon nursing standards,
policies, procedures, and protocol by having knowledge of equipment
and supplies and is familiar with their location* Assist physicians
in patient, employee, or visitor medical emergencies and ensure
proper documentation per facilitys policy.* Inventory and order
medical emergency supplies monthly and ensure all equipment is in
proper working order.* Adheres to all policies and procedures in
performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a
culture of high quality and great customer service.* Performs other
duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the
organization.*SECTION 3: Experience Requirements** One (1)+ year
experience in a medical setting, preferred* One (1) year experience
in dermatology*SECTION 4: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Requirements** Thorough knowledge of medical terminology,
required.* Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and
medications* Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable*
Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of
this function* Ability to follow or provide verbal & written
instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid
mistakes or misinterpretations* Interpersonal skills to support
customer service, functional, and team mate support needs* Able to
communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing*
Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to intermediate
problem solving* Basic to intermediate computer operation*
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook* Specialty
knowledge of systems relating to job function* Knowledge of state
and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of
HIPAA guidelines*SECTION 5: Supervisory Responsibilities:** This
position has no supervisory responsibilities.Location: 1327 Lake
Point Pkwy 416, Sugar Land, TX 77478Job ID: #INDHPJob Type:
Full-timePay: From $17.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental
insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible
spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life
insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceMedical specialties:*
DermatologySchedule:* Monday to FridayWork setting:* In-person*
Medical officeExperience:* dermatology: 1 year (Required)* medical
assistant: 1 year (Required)* Phlebotomy: 1 year (Preferred)Ability
to Relocate:* Sugar Land, TX 77478: Relocate before starting work
(Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble
Keywords: U.s. Dermatology Partners, Sugar Land , Medical Assistant, Healthcare , Sugar Land, Texas
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