Job Description
Dermatology Tech 1 - USFTGP (240001VC)
Job Summary:
Reporting to the clinical manager or floor lead, and working under the direct supervision of a physician, the Derm Tech 1 plays an integral role in the day-to-day operations of the assigned dermatology clinics. Assists clinical team members, providers, residents, and medical students with patient care, clerical, and organizational tasks using a team-based approach in providing patient care. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the care services. Works closely with the supervisor to ensure responsibilities defined below are fulfilled in a timely manner.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- CMA/RMA Certification/Registration. Must obtain certification in 12 months.
- BLS/AED Certification - Required.
- Previous experience in a clinical role in a healthcare setting - Preferred.
Key Accountabilities:
- Utilizing understanding of dermatology specialty (terminology, lesions, procedures, and processes), assist with patient intake prior to provider examination.
- Perform patient care tasks such as assisting with skin examinations, lesion marking for biopsy/destruction/excision, specimen collection techniques, dress wounds, and assist with checkout.
- Complete pre-visit planning, including chart prep and obtaining medical records for patients, allowing the patient to have an efficient and complete visit.
- Perform patient care tasks such as taking vital signs, administering subcutaneous, intradermal, and intramuscular injections, performing basic lab procedures/collecting lab specimens, and observing and reporting patient signs and symptoms in a professional and courteous manner to provide a positive patient visit.
- Provide care instructions to patients and complete documentation of care in the EMR to ensure patient adherence and documentation and billing accuracy and compliance.
- Consider the patient experience and complete related tasks, including gathering needed information to help address patient needs and concerns and supporting the provider in meeting quality metrics established for the clinic to ensure continuous clinic safety and quality patient care.
- Order supplies, stock exam room, and maintain equipment according to established procedures to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
Primary Location
Tampa
Other Locations
Tampa
Work Locations
University Professional Center, 3500 E. Fletcher Ave, Tampa 33613
Eligible for Remote Work: On Site
Job Organization
USFTGP
Schedule
Full-time
Scheduled Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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