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Job Title:

Mohs Medical Assistant Position Type:

Full Time Travel:

Some travel

Job Description:

To assist the Provider in providing the utmost direct/indirect quality care to patients with the end goal of making patients feel as if they are family. Role and Responsibilities Clinical and Administrative Assist Mohs Surgeons with surgical procedures, sterile setup, and patient preparation Prepare and maintain sterile surgical fields, instruments, and procedure trays Assist with surgical closures, bandaging, suture removal, and wound care education Maintain surgical, medication, and supply inventories and communicate ordering needs appropriately Educate patients on post-operative care instructions as directed by the Provider Coordinate and transport necessary supplies, equipment, and materials between assigned clinic locations, as needed Prepare and maintain examination and treatment rooms Assist Providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments Obtain and document patient medical history, vitals, and clinical information accurately within the EMR Collect, label, and process specimens appropriately Perform diagnostic testing, as applicable Prepare and administer medications as directed by Providers (excluding controlled substances) Process prescriptions and medication refill requests per Provider instructions Initiate and process prior authorizations as assigned Process incoming voicemails, messages, tasks, and faxes within expected timeframes Monitor expiration dates and properly discard expired medications or samples Maintain infection control and aseptic technique standards Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain required logs Assist with cleaning, organization, and overall maintenance of clinical areas Follow OSHA, HIPAA, CLIA, and company compliance standards at all times Professional Demonstrates initiative and responsibility Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus Adheres to ethical principles Time Management Adapts to change Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education Communication Recognizes and respects cultural diversity Adapts communication to individual's ability to understand Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette Uses medical terminology appropriately Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect Projects a professional manner and image Consistent attendance and punctuality Adherence to time clock procedures Legal Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast's Employee Handbook. Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA Core Competencies Efficiency Attention to details Organized Punctual Takes initiative, proactive Team Player Honesty/Integrity Flexible Calm under pressure "A Doer", persistence Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity Analytical skills Clear and concise communication/Listening skills Quick Learner, Intelligence Follow through on commitments Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude Openness to advice and constructive criticism Strong work ethic Physical Demands Prolonged standing/walking Occasional travel Multitasking Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotation Extensive reading, writing, typing required Lifting to 25lbs Frequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipment Transferring and positioning patients

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

High school diploma, AA degree or higher. Medical assistant diploma and certification preferred. Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Work setting:

In-person Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)