Medical Assistant (Plastic Surgery)

About Us Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads (an Inspire Aesthetics Group Partner) strives to provide a comfortable, compassionate, safe plastic surgery experience. With over 90+ years of plastic surgery experience, our award-winning plastic surgeons are well-known for listening to our patients and delivering beautiful results. From our pre-operative care center to our AAAASF-accredited, fully appointed surgical center, we provide our patients with a caring, positive experience from the very first appointment and throughout their care. Job Summary: Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads is seeking a full-time medical assistant (4-day work week) to join our growing team. The medical assistant provides back-office support for patients and other clinical team members. This position performs tasks such as taking vitals, height/weight measurements, and post-operative care. This individual will play a significant role in the communication and flow of the office. Expectation to have flexibility to work in both our Newport News AND Williamsburg practice locations. Essential Duties/ Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Assist provider with lasers, injectables, and minor procedures - Assist in exam room set-up with the necessary supplies and equipment for each procedure - Ensure all exam room supplies and equipment is stocked daily - Take history and physical for consults - Assist with post-op follow up with surgeons (suture removal, drain removal, dressings) - Communicate and interpret physician's instructions to patients - Dispose all linen and trash in the appropriate manner - Empty and replace sharps containers in all rooms - Manage and oversee the direction and flow of patients to ensure the daily schedule runs efficiently and on time - Ensure patient information is updated and complete in EMR (take photos, sign consents, update medical history, etc.) - Operate e-fax, printer, scanner - Participate in office events and seminars outside regular business hours - Enthusiastic and optimistic personality - Perform related work as required Qualifications and Skills: - High attention to detail and accuracy, as well as verbal and written communication skills - Ability to work well under pressure & multi-task - High level of professionalism and confidentiality - Excellent customer service skills - Experience with Electronic Medical Records - Desire and ability help maintain a pleasant, team-oriented atmosphere - Prior experience working in a plastic surgery office or comparable medical office setting (Dermatology or Cosmetic Dentist) - Must maintain a professional appearance and grooming at all times Experience: - EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred) - Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred) - Ambulatory surgery center: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: - BLS Certification (Required) - Certified Medical Assistant (Required) Work Schedule: - 4-Day work week 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Benefits: - 401(k) plus company match - Health, dental, vision, and life insurance - Short and long term disability coverage - Supplemental insurance - Pet Insurance - 9 Paid Holidays Our Company is a Drug-Free Workplace dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy, and professional environment for our patients, employees, and community. As a condition of employment, all candidates who receive a contingent offer of employment must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings, including a background check and a drug screening, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The pre-employment drug screening includes marijuana (THC) and other controlled substances. A positive test result for marijuana (THC) or any prohibited substance, where permitted by applicable law and consistent with Company policy, may disqualify an applicant from employment.