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Under the direct supervision of a physician, Medical Director and/or Nurse Manager/Nurse Coordinator performs all tasks delegated to assist with delivery of care to patients within the Medical Dermatology and Dermatology Surgery Units.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Reviews the daily schedule to ensure that all appropriate preparations are in place to facilitate efficient clinic flow. Anticipates changes and adjusts as needed according to variations in clinic operations.
• Set-up treatment area for skin biopsies, dermatologic surgery, cosmetic procedures as needed.
• Escorts patients from reception area into exam rooms, prepares patients for physical exams, surgical procedure and/or post-operative follow-up. Including: vital signs, pressure bandage, and EMR documentation.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection according to hospital policies.
• Photographs patients with various skin conditions using a variety of photogenic procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Assists physicians with surgical procedures including Mohs surgery, excisions and subsequent repairs while supporting and maintaining use of sterile technique.
• Ensures exam/procedure rooms are cleaned and restocked with appropriate supplies daily.
• Participates in quality assurance activities in the department, with respect to patient care.
• Participates in orientation and onboarding of new staff members.
• Orders medical supplies and maintains appropriate inventories.
• Participates in activities conducive to unit safety and operations.
• Prepares instruments and surgical trays for processing by central sterilization processing department.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program or equivalent.
TRAINING:
Certified medical assistant experience preferred, surgical experience preferred.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
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