Medical Assistant (Dermatology) Knoxville, TN

Overview

We're hiring a Medical Assistant to join our outpatient dermatology clinic in Knoxville, TN. The Medical Assistant will assist physicians and other providers by preparing procedure trays, ensuring adequate supplies for the department and assisting with patient care. 

Dermatology Associates of Knoxville (DAK) is part of Anne Arundel Dermatology and offers state-of-the-art specialized care in general dermatology, Mohs surgery, and aesthetic skin care. Anne Arundel Dermatology also owns and operates several dermatology practices throughout the Knoxville region, including Dermatology Associates of Knoxville, Knoxville Dermatology Group, and East TN Dermatology.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Room patients, obtain vital signs, and document intake information in the EMR.
• Coordinate patient flow and support efficient clinic operations.
• Prepare procedure trays, instruments, and equipment and assist providers with dermatology procedures.
• Prepare and route pathology/lab specimens according to insurance requirements.
• Respond to patient questions, clinical task lists, and nurse line messages as directed.
• Clean, sterilize, maintain, and inventory clinical equipment and instruments.
• Maintain medication and supply inventory, remove expired items, and restock clinical areas.
• Support infection control standards and maintain organized, fully stocked clinical spaces.
• Accurately document patient information and scribe provider notes in the EMR.
• Assist with administration of local anesthetic.
• Ensure phone messages, faxes, and interdepartmental communications are handled in a timely manner.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a medical or clinical setting preferred; Dermatology experience is a plus.
• Medical Assistant certification or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred, unless otherwise required by state law.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) preferred.
• Comfortable supporting both general medical and procedural patient care, including rooming patients, obtaining medical histories and vital signs, and assisting providers with clinical procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Collaborative, dependable, and comfortable working as part of a physician-led clinical team.
• Ability and willingness to learn new clinical workflows, technology, and dermatology-specific procedures.
• Flexibility to travel to nearby practice locations when needed based on business and patient-care needs.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You:

• Enjoy building relationships with patients and creating a positive experience.
• Work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment.
• Are proactive, dependable and willing to jump in where needed.
• Take pride in accuracy and attention to detail.
• Are interested in learning Dermatology and expanding your clinical skills.

Licensure/Certifications/Education

Education & Experience:

• 1-2 years of recent Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or other clinical patient care experience preferred.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program, Certified Nursing Assistant program or completion of a bachelor’s degree program in the pre-med or pre-physician assistant track preferred.
• CPR certified preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time 
• Moderate amount of talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing. 
• Use of hands and fingers. 
• 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. 

Benefits are offered to employees working 30+ hours per week:

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance – effective 1st of the month after date of start
• Short-term and long-term disability, Voluntary life (employee, spouse, and child), Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity – Effective the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Company provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement Savings account
• Employee discount on cosmetic services and products