Medical Assistant (Department of Dermatology)

Medical Assistant (Department of Dermatology)

The Department of Dermatology, Cosmetic Center is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) who will function as an integral member of the clinic team. Mandatory Rotation between general Dermatology, Cosmetics, and Surgery. Responsible for direct patient care and clinic operations, including the maintenance of the environment of care and supplies/equipment. Will share the responsibility with other clinicians in ensuring a safe environment for the patient while providing quality care and a positive patient experience. Will function clinically under the authority of the physician within the scope of their certification.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate electronic monitoring equipment.
• Input and obtain data, determine appropriate information and resources needed related to clinical situation, and organize and summarize information.
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians, and other health care team members to foster optimal quality of outpatient care.
• Uses general physiological monitoring equipment, including but not limited to vital signs machine (automated & manual), height, weight, cardiac monitor, ECG, point-of-care equipment, sterilization equipment, scopes, and emergency equipment etc.
• Identify signs indicative of a changing patient care situation and notify the appropriate individual based on the issue.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities for improvement to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Under the direction of the Clinic Manager, takes appropriate clinical actions using available resources to achieve positive outcomes for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Independently prioritizes daily tasks and assignments.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/graduation equivalent
• Certification/registration as a Medical Assistant (e.g. CMA, AAMA, RMA, AMT, NAHP) required.
• If not currently certified/registered, must become certified/ registered within 180 days (6 months) of date of hire.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in dermatology.

Classified Title: Medical Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB
Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY ($50,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M - F; 8:30am - 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: JH at Timonium
Department name: SOM Der Cosmetic Center
Personnel area: School of Medicine