Job Description
*Mohs Medical Assistant - Southern California Dermatology*
Platinum Dermatology Partners – *Santa Ana, CA*
*Who We Are:*
*Platinum Dermatology Partners* is a network of high-quality dermatology clinics that focus on collaborative and innovative ideas to drive growth. We offer general dermatology, cosmetic, medical, plastic surgery, and cancer screening treatments. We have over 145 clinics, over 350 providers, and more than 2300 employees in clinics across Texas, Arizona, California, Nevada, and Florida. We are a rapidly growing company that allows our doctors to focus on providing exceptional care without worrying about the operational side of the business. Our core values focus on collaboration, ownership, respect, excellence, authenticity, and integrity. Our purpose is to empower the practice of exceptional dermatology.
*Company Conformance Statements:*
* In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:
* Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
* Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
* Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
* Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
The ideal *Mohs* *Medical Assistant* performs administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of physicians.
*Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:*
* Assist the patient in preparing for the exam.
* Enter medical histories and prescriptions into EMR.
* Assist physician during procedure/surgery.
* Prepare and collect path/lab specimens.
* Educate patients and respond to questions in the office/on the phone as needed.
* Document all medical instructions given to patients.
* Clean and organize exam rooms, prepare procedure trays, clean and autoclave instruments, and stock supplies.
* Fulfill responsibilities as assigned by providers and management.
* Staining and cutting of tissue.
*Education: *
* High School Diploma or GED required.
* Medical assistant training is required.
* Certified Medical Assistant preferred but not required.
*Qualifications:*
* Must have 2-3 years of experience working in a medical office as a medical assistant.
* Medical assistant or dermatology technician certification is required.
* Prior Dermatology and surgical experience is preferred.
* Prior Mohs experience is required.
* Knowledge of general Mohs procedures and treatments.
* Staining and cutting of tissue experience.
* Quality written and verbal communication skills.
* Knowledgeable of medical dermatology terms/CPT, ICD-10.
* Professional in appearance and mannerisms.
* Able to demonstrate compassion and caring when dealing with others, patients, and co-workers.
* Able to prioritize tasks, understand the providers' instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.
* Valid Driver's License
* Experience working on electronic medical records.
*Our competitive benefits package includes the following:*
* Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
* Short-term/Long-term disability
* Life and other voluntary plans
* 401(k) plan
* Employee Referral Program
* Paid Time-Off
* Company-Paid Holidays
*Equipment Operated:* Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.
*Physical Requirements: *Must possess manual dexterity to operate office machines including computer and calculator; stooping and bending to handle files and supplies; and mobility to complete errands or deliveries. Includes handling of sharps and chemicals.
*Equal Employment Opportunity:*
*Platinum Dermatology Partners* is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities for applicants and Employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Immigration and Nationality Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable state and federal laws.
*Platinum Dermatology Partners* does not permit discrimination of any type against an employee because of any of the following legally protected characteristics: gender, race, color, religion, country of origin, mental disability, physical disability, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, age, sexual orientation, or pregnancy.
_*Please note, that any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment background checks.*_
_*No phone calls or agencies, please.*_
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Dermatology
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
* cutting and staining tissue: 1 year (Required)
* Medical Assistant: 3 years (Required)
* Dermatology office: 2 years (Preferred)
* Medical office: 3 years (Required)
* Mohs: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,