Dermatology Medical Assistant — Compassionate Care Pro

Platinum Dermatology Partners; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability

Life and other voluntary plans

401(k) plan

Employee Referral Program

Paid Time-Off

Company-Paid Holidays

Job summary

Platinum Dermatology Partners in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our fast-paced clinic. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of experience in a medical office, dermatology experience preferred, and strong communication with patients.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, documenting histories, assisting physicians, specimen handling, and maintaining exam rooms. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have 2-3 years of experience working in a medical office as a medical assistant.
• Prior Dermatology and cosmetic experience is preferred.
• Quality written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Strong phone etiquette.
• Teamwork.
• Professional in appearance and mannerisms.
• Able to demonstrate compassion and caring when dealing with others, patients, and co-workers.
• Able to prioritize tasks, understand the provider's instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience working on electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from the exam room, preparing the patient for their examination.
• Enter complete medical histories along with patients' current medications into the chart.
• Assist the Physician/Provider in the room by scribing the notes in the patient's medical record.
• Assist with setting up biopsies, excisions, suture removals, and cosmetic procedures.
• Prepare and collect path/lab specimens, notify patients of results, and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Daily cleaning and organizing exam rooms, along with stocking the rooms.
• Laboratory maintenance that includes cleaning and autoclaving instruments.
• Other duties as assigned to the back office.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Organizational skills

EMR experience

Phone etiquette

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training

Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Job description

Platinum Dermatology Partners in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our fast-paced clinic. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of experience in a medical office, dermatology experience preferred, and strong communication with patients.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, documenting histories, assisting physicians, specimen handling, and maintaining exam rooms. Competitive benefits are provided.