Medical Assistant (Surgery)

Overview:

Founded over 40 years ago with a mission to provide the highest quality and full spectrum of medical, surgical, and esthetic skin care services to each and every one of its patients, Anne Arundel Dermatology has assembled the finest group of dermatologists in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern states. With 250+ clinicians and 110+ locations in 7 states, we’re thriving, growing, and looking to add talented individuals to our team!

Why join Anne Anne Arundel Dermatology?

Are you hoping to go to medical school or possibly PA or nursing school? Do you have an interest in a meaningful patient care experience? This is a job that teaches you how to be a surgical technician who assists in the removal and reconstruction of skin cancers. Our staff of Mohs surgeons are among the most experienced in the country, teaching at some of the most prestigious medical centers. Hundreds of college graduates have worked with us over the last 20 years and are in various stages of their medical careers. Consistently praised as one of the best and most unique clinical opportunities for someone aspiring to go into medicine, there are also opportunities for clinical research and publishing for interested applicants.

Responsibilities:

This position will work with one of our Mohs Surgeons, assisting during surgery as well as in the clinic for post-surgical follow up appointments.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Guide patients to exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, preparing for exam, etc. Collect patient information/history; taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines.

Prepare procedure rooms and surgical trays with all supplies needed for procedures.

Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data. Comply with all company policies and procedures

Complete pre-operative intake via one-on-one interview, explain surgical procedures, and answer any questions within your scope.

Prepare paperwork for patient’s current visit and ensure complete and accurate documentation within the patient’s electronic medical record

Drape and disinfect surgical site, administer local anesthesia, and use a handheld cautery device to achieve hemostasis

Assist physician during all procedures (passing instruments, blotting, cutting sutures, etc)

Bandage surgical sites, prepare proper discharge paperwork, review wound care instructions with patient, and answer any questions or concerns they may have

Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization in an autoclave

Collect and accurately process specimens

Qualifications:

At least 1 year of recent experience as a Medical Assistant, Surgical Tech or other clinically based patient care experience (highly preferred)

Completion of a Medical Assistant or Surgical Tech program OR a bachelor’s degree program in a pre-med or pre-physician’s assistant track (required)

An ability to work independently, excellent communications skills, organizational skills and flexibility required

Professionalism and strong customer service skills is a must

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds, stand for prolonged periods (i.e. an hour at a time) and use a step stool

Licensure/Certifications/Education:

Permanent