Dermatology Medical Assistant – Day Shift

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Family benefits

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Dermatology department. The role involves patient prep, vital signs, specimen collection, and assisting clinicians with exams and procedures.

Requirements include MA program graduation, BLS certification, and an MA credential such as CMA/CCMA/NCMA/RMA. Prior clinic experience is preferred; strong communication and EMR skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current Medical Assistant certification from CMA, CCMA, NCMA, RMA, or other listed credentials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and room patients, obtain vital signs, and document health information.
• Perform laboratory procedures using aseptic technique.
• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.
• Administer routine medications under orders or standing protocols.
• Coordinate patient flow and referrals; communicate with team and patients.
• Support clinical tasks and demonstrate age-appropriate patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Proficient computer skills

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Customer service

Ability to perform clinical tasks

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Dermatology department. The role involves patient prep, vital signs, specimen collection, and assisting clinicians with exams and procedures.

Requirements include MA program graduation, BLS certification, and an MA credential such as CMA/CCMA/NCMA/RMA. Prior clinic experience is preferred; strong communication and EMR skills are essential.