Overview
North Atlanta Dermatology is hiring a PRN Medical Assistant to support our busy multi-provider clinics. This is a float position to help cover staffing gaps. You’ll be cross-trained in clinical Medical Assistant duties and Front Desk responsibilities and gain exposure to a variety of dermatology procedures. This role requires travel to all 5 clinic locations as needed - Duluth, Suwanee, Buford, Cumming, and Marietta (mileage reimbursment provided).
Must be available to work a minimum of 2 weekdays per week
Shift schedule: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (1 hour lunch)
Responsibilities
As a PRN Medical Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting patient care and clinic operations across multiple North Atlanta Dermatology locations. This position includes both clinical and administrative responsibilities to help maintain an efficient workflow and a positive patient experience. Responsibilities include assisting with patient exams, preparing procedure setups, documenting in the EMR, managing supplies, and supporting front desk tasks as needed.
This is a travel-based role, and you will receive notifications for shifts anywhere from same-day coverage to one month in advance.
Clinical Responsibilities
Escort patients to exam rooms and confirm name and date of birth
Obtain and record vital signs, medical history, and chief complaint
- Scribe for providers during patient visits
Assist provider with in-office dermatology procedures (biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, injections, wound care)
Set up procedure trays, instruments, and equipment
Prepare, label, and route pathology and lab specimens according to insurance guidelines
Document clinical notes and provider instructions in the EMR
Provide post-procedure and wound-care instructions to patients
Sterilize instruments, maintain infection control standards, and restock exam rooms
Monitor nurse line / tasking and respond to patient questions as directed
Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality at all times
Front Desk / Administrative Responsibilities
Check patients in and out
Verify and update insurance and demographic information
Schedule, reschedule, and confirm appointments
Handle inbound phone calls and relay messages in the EMR
Collect copays and process payments
Prepare daily paperwork, consent forms, and new patient packets
Manage scanning, faxing, and routing of medical records
Communicate patient concerns, scheduling changes, or urgent requests to clinical staff
Ensure a positive and professional patient experience at the front desk
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Able to triage patient problems.
- Be familiar with and compliant OSHA/HIPAA, infection control & Blood Borne Pathogen Standards.
- Experience measuring vital signs and preparing patients for appointments.
- Experience administering injections.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and ICD-10 codes.
- Knowledge of office financial policies.
- Basic computer skills and experience in EMR utilization.
- Able to operate standard office equipment (i.e. computer, fax, copier, scanner, etc)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Fluent in English
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful
- Ability to work in an effective, cooperative, and courteous manner with staff, patients, and visitors.
- Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team
- Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction.
- Ability to spell, sort and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically.
Physical Requirements:
- Standing and walking for extended periods of time
- Moderate amount of talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing.
- Use of hands and fingers.
- Talking and listening in person and on the telephone.
- Handling of materials such as paper, supplies, etc.
- Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
- Risk of exposure to infectious organisms and the possibility of injury due to chemicals and sharp objects.
Licensure/Certifications/Education
- High School Graduate or GED required.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant (CMA) Program, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program or completion of a bachelor’s degree program in the pre-med or pre-physician’s assistant track preferred.
- CPR certified preferred.
- 1-2 years of recent experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or other clinical patient care experience preferred.
- Previous experience in Dermatology is preferred.
