Jobs at MARIETTA DERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES PA (Now Hiring) — 2 open

Description

Physician Assistants provide medical, surgical and cosmetic care to ensure the highest standard of patient care, independently practicing under the supervision of a board-certified dermatologist. Candidates must hold an active Georgia (GA) license, with a minimum of 2-3 years of general dermatology experience AND a minimum of 1-2 years of dermatologic surgical experience. Mohs experience is a plus. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide excellent patient care per company and regulatory requirements under the direct supervision of a board-certified dermatologist (supervising physician).
• Ensure patient treatment is monitored and coordinated in alignment with the organization’s clinical policies and guidelines.
• Confirm that medical record documentation meets established clinical quality and compliance standards.
• Instruct and counsel patients by describing therapeutic regimens. Promote wellness and health maintenance. Adhere to Medical Board requirements for supervision.
• Enhance the effectiveness of supervising physicians by identifying short-term and long-term patient care issues. Provide relevant information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommends options and courses of action. Implements      physician directives.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by adhering to procedures, rules, and regulations. Protect patients and employees by following infection-control policies and protocols.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements and advising management on necessary actions.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.
• Support the healthcare team by providing information, educational opportunities, and experiential growth opportunities. Accomplish related tasks as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems.
• Knowledge of medicine and specific concepts related to dermatology.
• Proficiency with computer systems. Experience with a fully integrated medical office software package would be extremely beneficial.
• Familiarity with research methods and procedures as well as quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service skills. Ability to listen to, empathize with, and inform patients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to multitask and remain calm in a busy or stressful situation.
• Leadership and mentoring skills along with effective teamwork skills. 
• Strong command of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

SKILLS: 

· Initiative to provide high-quality services and improve practice efficiency. 

· Ability to maintain positive working relations with co-workers.

· Strong attention to detail.

· Above-average time management and organizational skills.

· Excellent customer service and communication skills. 

· Exceptional interpersonal skills and negotiation abilities. 

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Experience in building and leading strong teams.

ABILITIES: 

· Ability to plan, prioritize, and meet company deadlines. 

· Ability to comply with HIPAA, ensuring patient privacy and confidentiality.

· Ability to accurately perceive color and shade differences for skin pigment evaluation.

· Ability to understand and interpret policies and regulations. 

· Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.

· Ability to display sound judgement under pressure.

· Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with practice physicians, vendors, business partners, and referring/referral doctor’s offices.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

· Ability to identify problems, recommend solutions, and analyze information effectively.

· Ability to set priorities and coordinate work activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent, with active certification.
• 2-3 years of experience working as a licensed Physician Assistant.

BENEFITS 

• Medical, dental, and vision. 
• 401k and Profit Sharing.  
• Life, LTD, and STD insurance available. 
• Paid holidays 
• CME
• Other ancillary benefits available

Requirements

ADA Requirements: Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 lbs). Tasks may also involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Work Environment: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.