Dermatology Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job DescriptionAre you passionate about skincare and patient care? We’re looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our dynamic dermatology practice with multiple offices in Indianapolis.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Patient intake: Greeting patients, and taking medical histories.
• Exam room preparation: Setting up exam rooms with necessary supplies and ensuring proper sanitation.
• Assisting with procedures: Helping the dermatologist during skin exams, biopsies, mole removals, lesion excisions, and cosmetic procedures like Botox injections and chemical peels.
• Specimen collection: Preparing and labeling skin samples for laboratory analysis.
• Patient education: Informing patients about skin conditions, treatment options, post-procedure care instructions, and sun protection practices.
• Scribing and Documentation: Accurately recording patient details, medical histories, examination findings, and treatment plans in electronic medical records.
• Scheduling appointments: Managing patient schedules and coordinating follow-up appointments.
• Inventory management: Maintaining medical supplies and ordering necessary medications and equipment.

Required skills:

• Strong understanding of basic anatomy and skin conditions
• Knowledge of medical terminology and proper documentation practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients effectively
• Ability to perform clinical tasks like taking patient history and preparing patients for procedures
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems (NexTech, ModMed, Athena or Epic)