Medical Assistant, Full Time (Henghold Dermatology) - Forefront Dermatology

About Forefront

When we say our mission is to be the dermatology practice of choice, treating all skin conditions, in every community we serve, we mean everyone at Forefront works to bring care to those who need it. Because dermatology, we now know, has a dramatic impact on the quality and longevity of human life.

You’ll Enjoy

You’ll be the first point of contact for our patients and deliver a professional and high-quality patient experience. Empowered to take initiative, you will follow established procedures, processes and systems to provide a resolution for our patients.

Entrepreneurial spirit

Growing from a single practice to a nationwide group, Forefront Dermatology is expanding quickly, tackling new challenges and opening new doors for its employees every day.

Learning & Development 

We provide training and development programs for all types of roles. 

Growth opportunities for all 

No matter your role, you are critical to the success of our mission. Supporting your goals means supporting our goals.

Total Compensation and Rewards:

• Employee benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• PTO/ Holiday pay
• Internal mobility
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonuses

Henghold Dermatology (A Forefront Dermatology practice)

Hours: Full-time 

Monday- Friday 7:30am-4:30pm 

Summary:

The Medical Assistant is essential during the patient visit, accompanying the dermatologist in the room and promoting a friendly and efficient environment for patients, staff, and dermatologists.

Essential Functions:

Rooming patients and documents all vital information

Scribing information for the dermatologist

Providing post op wound care to patients

Drawing blood and suture removal

Cleaning and stocking the exam rooms

Scheduling patient appointments

Assisting the dermatologist with procedures such as:

Surgical photographs

Biopsies – punch, DIF and shave

Excisions

Electrodessication and curettage

I&D

Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery

Phototherapy

Injections

Koh preps

Trichograms

Tzank preps

Dermabrasion

Patch testing

Blue light

Education:

Minimum post high-school education in a medical support field: Certified Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse (Non-Certified Medical Assistants will need to complete the Forefront Derm Tech certification program within the prescribed time period and maintain certification upon expiration).

Post High School education in a medical support field: 

Medical Assistant, CMA, RMA, LPN, RN, DERM Tech

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 1-2 years of recent experience in a medical office in a similar capacity is preferred
• Must keep current on all state certifications, licenses and/or registrations to continue employment
• Must be willing to travel to other clinic locations as needed
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Record systems
• Must possess organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, clients, and visitors
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team

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