Back Office Medical Assistant

Pacdermatology; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform scrubs

Health benefits

Vacation/PTO

401K with matching

Job summary

Pacific Dermatology Institute is seeking a Back Office Medical Assistant in La Quinta, CA to support dermatology providers in a fast-paced clinic. You will assist with back-office operations, room setup, specimen handling, and EMR documentation, while maintaining patient privacy and accurate records.

The role requires MA certification, 2+ years in a medical clinic (derm preferred), and BLS/First Aid. Travel up to 50% to multiple clinics may be required; benefits include health coverage, PTO and

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Certification Program; national certification preferred.
• Medical Assistant with 2 years’ experience in a medical clinic; dermatology experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid certifications preferred; CDT training within 90 days.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assists the Office Manager with execution of back-office operations.
• Reports potential employer liability issues and patient complaints to Office Manager.
• Prepares rooms and instruments; prepares trays for procedures (biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, I&D).
• Verifies patient information; rooms patients; obtains consents and photos.
• Aids providers during procedures; prepares patients for tests.
• Obtains signed consent; assists with office-based procedures including biopsies.
• Maintains logs and scribes patient information in EMR; documents history and Rx.
• Administers injections, removes sutures, bandages wounds.
• Maintains biopsy logs and follow-up.
• Cleans and sterilizes equipment; maintains sterilization logs and machines.
• Inventories and orders medical supplies.
• Verifies orders; uses Microsoft Office Suite.
• Maintains safe environment complying with CLIA and OSHA; Lean 5S.

Skills

EMR experience

HIPAA knowledge

Medical terminology

ICD-10/CPT coding familiarity

Scribing in clinical environment

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

National Certification

CDT training within 90 days

BLS/First Aid Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

# Back Office Medical AssistantHot JobLa Quinta Clinic - La Quinta, CA 92253## OverviewSalary Range$23.11 - $29.29 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelNot SpecifiedTravel PercentageUp to 25%CategoryHealth Care## Description**At Pacific Dermatology Institute, we believe that everyone can achieve more beautiful, healthier skin — and the confidence that comes with it.**As board-certified skin cancer and skincare experts with decades of experience, 16 locations across Southern California, and thousands of glowing reviews, we’re proud to be a trusted name in dermatology.We’re currently seeking **Back Office Medical Assistants** who are passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with our providers to deliver exceptional medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services.**Back Office Medical Assistant:**Pacific Dermatology Institute is looking for a motivated Medical Assistant seeking a career in the skin health industry.We’ve been growing rapidly for the last several years, we have 15 successful clinics currently and continuously growing, we are poised to be a dominant leader in our industry.We’re looking for a high performer who thoroughly enjoys a challenge. Are you ready to be a part of a winning team and help grow this established and well-respected operation? Let’s talk about a move-up in your career and bring your exceptional experience to this high performing company. If this describes you, we’d like to have a conversation with you today!**Compensation:****Hourly**$23.11 - $29.29Compensation will be commensurate with skills, Dermatological experience, and Education. Includes uniform scrubs, performance incentives, health benefits, vacation/PTO, and 401K with matching contribution.**Job duties and Responsibilities*** Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Exemplifies and wholeheartedly believes in Pacific Dermatology Institute’s Vision, Purpose and Goals* Assists the Office Manager with the execution of all aspects of the back-office operations* Reports all potential employer liability issues and/or dissatisfied patient complaints to the Office Manager immediately* Reviews schedule, preparing rooms and instruments for the day’s activities* Prepares trays for procedures, including but not limited to, biopsies, excisions and shave removals, Cryotherapy and I&D* Verifies all patient information accordingly* Rooms patients, ensuring all necessary consents and photos have been completed* Aids providers during medical and surgical procedures, including but not limited to, patient care and education* Prepares patients for any preliminary test requested by the provider* Obtains signed consent from patients for procedures* Assists providers throughout a patient's visit with office-based procedures including not limited to shave biopsies, punch biopsies, excisions, and bandaging patients* Maintains logs with patient information* Scribes patient information accurately in the EMR system; including medical history, chief complaint, all the provider’s notes during the visit and Rx information* Administers injections, removes sutures, bandages wounds, and assists with procedures upon request of the provider* Maintains biopsy logs and assures proper follow up and documentation for any biopsy results requiring further medical care* Cleans and sterilizes surgical and other equipment as needed* Maintains detailed records of sterilization procedures, equipment maintenance and supplies.* Examines and maintains sterilization machines* Inventories and assists with order placement of medical supplies* Verifies all medical orders received at clinic* Updates personal job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications, attending seminars, conferences and continuing education courses* Use of Microsoft Office Suite products, including but not limited to, Planner, OneNote, Outlook, Forms, Word, Excel and PowerPoint* Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following PDI standards and procedures, complying with CLIA and OSHA regulations* Responsible for maintaining and overseeing Lean standards (5S)Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**Work Environment** This job operates in multiple fast-paced professional medical clinics with multiple medical providers and supporting staff.**Physical Demands** The employee is required to stand and use both hands for typing for extended periods of time.Walk, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl periodically. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.**Position Type and Expected Hours of Work** This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days of work are Monday through Friday. Long hours and occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.**Travel** This position requires up to 50% travel. Travel to multiple clinic locations, which are located throughout the Inland Empire and surrounding areas, will be required throughout the week, and at times on short notice.## Qualifications**Education and Experience** * Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Certification Program: National Certification preferred* Medical Assistant: 2 years’ experience in a medical clinic setting; Dermatology experience preferred* Basic Life Support (BLS), First Aid Certification preferred* Certified Dermatology Training (CDT) within the first 90 days* Basic knowledge of medical terminology required* Working knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding (preferred)**Skills/Abilities** * Proficiency in using sophisticated medical equipment* Intermediate knowledge of Medical Terminology* Advanced EMR experience* Sterile Tray Setup* 2 years of fast paced scribing in a clinical medical environment* Fundamental knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codes and procedures* Advanced understanding of HIPAA rules and regulations* Insight into own strengths, limitations and knowledge deficits* Actively participates in self-evaluation by seeking and utilizing guidance and constructive feedback in a professional manner* Ability to be flexible, resilient and change oriented* Willing to contribute to a harmonious team effort* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse type of people in all areas* Accurate, precise and attention to detail.* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and visitors* Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook* A clean driving record, valid driver’s license and proof of current liability insurance are required* Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality as appropriate* Regular, timely attendance