Medical Assistant/Scribe II

SSM Health Dermatology's mission is to strive as a team for excellence by providing the most comprehensive, patient-centered care every day. We are looking for a Medical Assistant to contribute in their own unique way to our Company’s exceptional services and performance for our clients.

Classification:

This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Objective:

Under direct supervision of leadership, the Medical Assistant/Scribe will serve as direct support for the Dermatologist. The primary goal of the Medical Assistant/Scribe is to increase the efficiency and the productivity of the Dermatologist, allowing the Dermatologist to focus on the patient.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a medical assistant or certified nursing assistant.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Job Duties:

• Understand and follow complex technical instructions.
• Communicate effectively and assertively while demonstrating compassion and empathy for individual situations.
• Understand medical terminology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments.
• Complies with all state, federal, and organizational policies, and procedures.
• All clinical aspects of rooming a patient including assisting provider with procedures.
• Transcribe real time examinations into EMR.
• Communicate test results to patient via MyChart message, telephone call, or registered letter.
• Track, manage, and document results in Pathology book.
• Complete prior authorizations for non-biologic medications.
• Maintain supplies, material and equipment in patient rooms or pod.
• Travel to satellite clinics as assigned.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Education:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED, Some college preferred 2+ years of experience.
• Maintenance of current Basic Life Support (BLS).

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Sitting
• Standing
• Lifting up to 25 pounds
• Typing