Dermatology Medical Assistant - Gap Year Immersion

Skin And Cancer Institute; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Skin and Cancer Institute in California is hiring full-time Back Office Medical Assistants for our GAP Year Clinical Experience Program. This role targets recent graduates pursuing medicine, PA, or healthcare and offers direct patient care and procedural exposure in dermatology.

Palmdale/Lancaster, CA, Full-Time | Entry-Level Healthcare | GAP Year Opportunity. The position provides hands-on clinical experience, EMR duties, and strong letters of recommendation based on performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree completed or in progress, preferably in Biology, Health Sciences, or related field.
• GPA of 3.3+ is preferred.
• Strong interest in healthcare/medicine.
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vitals, and document in EMR.
• Assist providers with dermatologic procedures (biopsies, excisions, cosmetic treatments).
• Support clinical tasks: suture removal, wound care, specimen handling.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness and OSHA compliance.
• Support patient flow and clinic efficiency.
• Deliver a high-quality, professional patient experience.

Skills

Professional communication

Patient interaction

Detail-oriented

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

EMR/EHR familiarity

Job description

Skin and Cancer Institute in California is hiring full-time Back Office Medical Assistants for our GAP Year Clinical Experience Program. This role targets recent graduates pursuing medicine, PA, or healthcare and offers direct patient care and procedural exposure in dermatology.

Palmdale/Lancaster, CA, Full-Time | Entry-Level Healthcare | GAP Year Opportunity. The position provides hands-on clinical experience, EMR duties, and strong letters of recommendation based on performance.