Central Illinois Dermatology, SC

08/13/2026

https://www.votervoice.net/AAD/Campaigns/138934/Respond

WE NEED YOUR HELP!
CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) proposed a policy to reduce reimbursement for separately identifiable evaluation and management services performed on the same day as a surgical procedure by 50%.

Which means you can't have an office visit and a procedure done on the same day

This is simply not sustainable for independent physician (private) practices and will result in patients having to make more than one appointment if they need a biopsy or any kind of procedure (skin tag removal, cryosurgery of warts and precancerous lesions, etc ).

If this proposal passes it will have devastating consequences for both patients and independent practices.

Please visit the link below and fill this out to submit to your representatives.

Proposed Medicare changes could jeopardize patient access to specialized skin care in our community. If enacted, these federal proposals could force local dermatology practices to limit Medicare capacity, potentially leading to longer wait times for...

06/18/2026

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Job description:
This position is responsible for providing medical assistance to dermatology physicians, including rooming patients, updating the patient’s medical history, documenting reason for visit. Assists the physicians with procedures including, but not limited to, biopsies, surgeries and treatments for various skin conditions. P/T Avg 3 days/wk. Benefits are offered. Working hours are approx. 8:00a-4:30p M-TH 8:00a-3:30F NO Nights, NO Weekends, NO on call. Closed on major Holidays

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The ideal candidate will be reliable and able to work self-sufficiently and stay on task without direct supervision. Excellent communication skills, Ability to multitask, prioritize and maintain organization in a high volume environment, Good time management skills, Maintain a calm demeanor and attention to detail during periods of high patient volume.

Works as part of a team to see a high patient volume each day.
Takes and documents patient PHI.
Updates patient history, medications and allergies in paper chart
Assists with numerous procedures such as ED&Cs, shave/punch biopsies, I&D and others.
Preps for and assists with excisions or other surgical procedures as needed.
Demonstrates strict sterile techniques.
Patient Education.
Logs pathology and properly fills out pathology requisitions.
Processes RX refills and submits prior authorizations.
Operates phototherapy units.
Fills liquid nitrogen containers for daily use.
Cleans and stocks patient examination rooms and supply areas.
Follows infection control practices.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Perform other duties as necessary

Benefits:
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Experience:
Medical terminology: 1 year (Required)
Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Required)
Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Work Location: In person
EMAIL RESUME TO: [email protected]

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