Medical Assistant III- Certified Medical Assistant- Dermatology

Title: Medical Assistant III - Hugh Chatham Health Dermatology, Monday-Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm. Description:Hugh Chatham Health - Medical GroupHugh Chatham Health Dermatology (201-A Eldon Parks Drive, Elkin, NC 28621)Medical Assistant III- CMASchedule: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm. Full Time.The Medical Assistant (MA) position is responsible for providing care for the comfort and well-being of dermatology patients. Essential Functions/Responsibilities:•Prepare the examination room for the patient as well as taking patient vital signs and recording vitals in medical chart•Order and stock medical supplies if required•Occasionally monitor prescription activity, lab specimens and pathology results•Provide accurate and consistent information to the patient using an established protocol, interpret Provider instructions to patients, assist with emergency and minor procedures, and perform related tasks as directed•Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment, and maintains stock of supplies and medications•Perform a variety of patient care activities to assist providers and follow detailed protocols, including: performing and documenting specified procedures and results•Maintain patient confidentiality at all times•Other special projects or tasks as assignedRequirements/QualificationsMinimum Education & Experience:•CMA or RMA certification preferred•Minimum of 1 year experience in a medical office setting•Efficient multi-tasker in a fast-paced environment•Excellent attention to detailKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Demonstrates a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with ill people; uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgement, and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families, and co-workers at all times.Actively functions as a patient advocate.Must have thorough knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care.Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed.Skill in taking vital signs.Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, co-workers and the public.Ability to communicate clearly.Must develop knowledge of current hospital emergency policies and procedures, fire, safety, disaster, and infection control policies.BenefitsHealth Insurance (effective within 60 days)Health Savings Account401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceLife insuranceDisability insurancePaid time offVision insurance24 hr. Wellness Center Access (Gym)Hugh Chatham Health is a not-for-profit community health care network of physician clinics and an 81-bed acute care hospital that delivers high quality, convenient health care to residents of the Yadkin Valley and Foothills region of North Carolina. Hugh Chatham Health employs over 800 team members, within the medical center, outpatient services, and 27 clinic medical group.Hugh Chatham has been nationally recognized for patient satisfaction, patient safety, and clinical quality. Our Vision is to be the best healthcare system in the nation with service as our guiding principle.