Back Office Medical Assistant-Travel Team (Eastern Region)

Pacific Dermatology Institute


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Palm Springs, CA
Contract type: Full time
  • This position requires travel to the following clinic locations: Yucca Valley, Palm Desert, Palm Springs
  • Exemplifies and wholeheartedly believes in Pacific Dermatology Institute’s Vision, Purpose and Goals
  • Assists the Office Manager with the execution of all aspects of the back-office operations
  • Reports all potential employer liability issues and/or dissatisfied patient complaints to the Office Manager immediately
  • Reviews schedule, preparing rooms and instruments for the day’s activities
  • Prepares trays for procedures, including but not limited to, biopsies, excisions and shave removals, Cryotherapy and I&D
  • Verifies all patient information accordingly
  • Rooms patients, ensuring all necessary consents and photos have been completed
  • Aids providers during medical and surgical procedures, including but not limited to, patient care and education
  • Prepares patients for any preliminary test requested by the provider
  • Obtains signed consent from patients for procedures
  • Assists providers throughout a patient's visit with office-based procedures including not limited to shave biopsies, punch biopsies, excisions, and bandaging patients
  • Maintains logs with patient information
  • Scribes patient information accurately in the EMR system; including medical history, chief complaint, all the provider’s notes during the visit and Rx information
  • Administers injections, removes sutures, bandages wounds, and assists with procedures upon the request of the provider
  • Maintains biopsy logs and ensures proper follow up and documentation for any biopsy results requiring further medical care
  • Cleans and sterilizes surgical and other equipment as needed
  • Maintains detailed records of sterilization procedures, equipment maintenance and supplies.
  • Examines and maintains sterilization machines
  • Inventories and assists with order placement of medical supplies
  • Verifies all medical orders received at clinic
  • Updates personal job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications, attending seminars, conferences and continuing education courses
  • Use of Microsoft Office Suite products, including but not limited to, Planner, OneNote, Outlook, Forms, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following PDI standards and procedures, complying with CLIA and OSHA regulations
  • Responsible for maintaining and overseeing Lean standards (5S)
  • Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Certification Program: National Certification
  • Medical Assistant: 2 years’ experience in a medical clinic setting; Dermatology experience preferred
  • Medical Front Desk Receptionist: 1 year experience working as a front desk receptionist or equivalent; Dermatology experience preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), First Aid Certification
  • Certified Dermatology Training (CDT) within the first 90 days
  • Proficiency using sophisticated medical equipment
  • Intermediate knowledge of Medical Terminology
  • Advanced EMR experience
  • Sterile Tray Setup
  • 2 years of fast paced scribing in a clinical medical environment
  • Fundamental knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codes and procedures
  • Advanced understanding of HIPAA rules and regulations
  • Insight into own strengths, limitations and knowledge deficits
  • Actively participates in self-evaluation by seeking and utilizing guidance and constructive feedback in a professional manner
  • Ability to be flexible, resilient and change oriented
  • Willing to contribute to a harmonious team effort
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse type of people in all areas
  • Accurate, precise and attention to detail.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and visitors
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • A clean driving record, valid driver’s license and proof of current liability insurance are required
  • 25-pound to 45-pound lifting necessity
  • Up to 90% travel as needed
  • Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality as appropriate
  • Regular, timely attendance

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