Job Summary
Do you have an interest in skin cancer surgery that combines dermatological practices with oncology? A medical assistant position in the Cutaneous Surgery and Oncology/Mohs Ambulatory Care Unit does just that. We are a fast-paced, highly structured outpatient surgical unit that caters to our patients' needs to the highest degree. With a track record of excellence and our overall patient satisfaction scores continually being recognized as top performers, we are looking to expand our team's capabilities with a patient-focused, team-oriented, driven professional that can contribute to our organization and unit's shared mission; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*
Patient Intake:

Responds to general patient inquiries about clinic operations within their scope of practice.
Rooms patients (virtually and in person) and performs standard patient intake including takingvitals and other measurements, medical histories, medication reconciliation documentation,
form(s) preparation, relevant screenings, following predetermined protocols and other tasks as
assigned.
May obtain medical records and prepare medical information and reports for the appointment (e.g.reviewing Patient Summary Information, updating prescription information, etc.).
Performs room preparation and turnover task(s) assigned, including managing stretchers andbeds where appropriate.

Patient Care:

Medication preparation and/or administration per standing orders or UMHS and Ambulatory Carepolicies and guidelines, and competency.
Administers injections and immunizations appropriate per competency and Ambulatory Carepolicy and guidelines.
Performs medical laboratory/Point of Care (POC) testing and assists providers per competency orformal training with direct patient care that may include treatments, tests, or procedures.
Quality Control testing of POC equipment.
May manage forms and consent (virtual and in person) and provide routine patient instructionforms assigned by the clinic and within their scope of practice.
Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, faculty, and staff by followingestablished procedures, policies, and guidelines.
Enter orders per policy co-signature required per standing order or Best Practice Alert (BPA).
Queue and pend medication renewals.
Take pictures and/or upload media (excluding ophthalmology) according to Ambulatory Careguidelines.
Observes patient status, report changes, and document accordingly.
Acts as a chaperone during sensitive exams, diagnostic, and therapeutic treatments, or uponpatient request.
Informs patients of normal test results within their scope of practice
.Documents into MiChart within scope of practice.

Administrative and Clinical Workflow Support:

Efficiently and effectively prepares and organizes clinical and procedure rooms with appropriateequipment and supplies.
Continuously tracks the clinic patient flow, identifies holdups, and notifies patients if the schedule runs behind.
Cleans, stocks, and organizes clinic spaces (exam and supply rooms),
Maintains inventory and may manage PAR levels when appropriate.
Processes forms and in basket messages through MiChart.
May assist with prescription or procedure prior authorizations within scope of practice.
Disinfects and maintains equipment between cases according to Instructions for Use, policies, and guidelines; removes equipment not needed for next case and stores it appropriately.
Transport and prepares surgical instruments for sterile processing.
Supports orientation and/or shadowing opportunities as assigned.
Participate in regulatory readiness processes.
Participation in Daily Management Systems huddles, staff meetings, quality improvement activities, and other Ambulatory Care initiatives as assigned (such as Safety Liaison, MIChart upgrades, or operational meetings)
Responsible if assigned and trained to vaccine reconciliation including Vaccines for Children (VFC) and all duties associated with this duty.
Perform other related duties within scope of practice as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
General MOHs Ambulatory Care Unit Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a Medical Assistant pro

gram OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR an equivelant combination of education and experience (1-3 years).

Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care and basic medcial terminology.
Provisional Dermatology Technician Certificate is required within three months of hire.