Certified Medical Assistant

M D Aesthetics and Dermatology, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

M D Aesthetics and Dermatology, LLC in Chicago, IL seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support dermatology and aesthetic procedures, manage vital signs, and document histories in the EMR. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes patient flow, room preparation, wound care, education on treatment plans, and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams to ensure a high-quality patient experience.

Ideal candidates bring CMA credentials, CPR, and strong communication, organization, and

Qualifications

• Strong Medical Assisting skills, including rooming patients, supporting procedures, and performing basic clinical tasks.
• Proficiency with Medical Terminology relevant to dermatology and aesthetic care.
• Experience in a Medical Office setting, including scheduling, triage, and coordination of patient flow.
• Demonstrated Patient Care skills, with a focus on compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive interactions.
• Ability to manage and update Medical Records accurately within electronic health record systems.
• Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) credential and BLS/CPR certification.
• Previous experience in dermatology, aesthetics, or outpatient specialty care is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills, with reliability in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing exam rooms.
• Assisting the dermatologist with medical and aesthetic procedures.
• Obtaining and documenting vital signs.
• Updating patient histories in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Support patient flow, coordinate appointments, manage medical records.
• Perform basic clinical tasks such as wound care and specimen handling.
• Patient education on treatment plans and skincare.
• Maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment.
• Collaborating closely with the clinical and administrative team to ensure a high-quality patient experience.

Skills

Medical assisting

Medical terminology

Patient care

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Reliability

Education

CMA/RMA credential

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Company Description

M D Aesthetics and Dermatology, LLC is a boutique dermatology practice founded in 2017 by Dr. Gabriel J. Martinez-Diaz, a Stanford-trained, board-certified dermatologist. The practice focuses on innovative, comprehensive, and efficient dermatologic and aesthetic skin care for patients from newborns through adulthood in the greater Chicagoland area. Care is delivered in a compassionate and professional manner in a state-of-the-art professional building. The team is committed to the highest ethical standards in dermatologic medicine and aesthetic skin surgery, creating a patient-centered environment that values quality and respect.

Role Description

The Certified Medical Assistant role is a full-time, on-site position located in Chicago, IL. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, assisting the dermatologist with medical and aesthetic procedures, obtaining and documenting vital signs, and updating patient histories in the electronic medical record. The Certified Medical Assistant will support patient flow, coordinate appointments, manage medical records, and perform basic clinical tasks such as wound care and specimen handling as directed. This role also involves patient education on treatment plans and skincare, maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment, and collaborating closely with the clinical and administrative team to ensure a high-quality patient experience.

Qualifications

• Strong Medical Assisting skills, including rooming patients, supporting procedures, and performing basic clinical tasks.
• Proficiency with Medical Terminology relevant to dermatology and aesthetic care.
• Experience in a Medical Office setting, including scheduling, triage, and coordination of patient flow.
• Demonstrated Patient Care skills, with a focus on compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive interactions.
• Ability to manage and update Medical Records accurately within electronic health record systems.
• Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) credential and BLS/CPR certification.
• Previous experience in dermatology, aesthetics, or outpatient specialty care is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills, with reliability in a fast-paced clinical environment.