Dermatology Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Procedures

Forefront Dermatology; Wausau (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Forefront Dermatology is seeking a Medical Assistant to support dermatology and/or plastic surgery clinicians in a patient-centered clinical experience. Responsibilities include greeting and rooming patients, obtaining intake information, and documenting vital signs and history.

You will assist with in-office procedures, perform basic scribing for encounter notes in the electronic medical record, and help prepare patients for biopsies and other dermatology treatments.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of recent experience in a medical office or similar clinical setting preferred.
• Ability to obtain Certified Dermatology Technician (CDT) designation within the established timeframe.
• Maintains all required state certifications, licenses, and/or registrations as a condition of employment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to other clinic locations as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, computer, and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with supervisors, colleagues, patients, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and function effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to support operational efficiency.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in accordance with applicable privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Greet and room patients, collect and document vital signs, patient history, and reason for visit.
• Review medication list and ensure a preferred pharmacy is captured to support e-prescribing workflow.
• Complete MIPS documentation requirements.
• Assist with scribing and body area documentation to produce preliminary notes.
• Assist with setting up procedural trays and maintaining sterile fields during minor surgeries.
• Prepare patients for biopsies and phototherapy.
• Assist clinicians during basic procedures by handing instruments and documenting scribed notes.
• Monitor patient comfort and provide reassurance during procedures.
• Package and prepare biopsy samples for processing at dermatopathology labs.
• Provide basic patient education on post-visit care and medications.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean clinical workspace.

Skills

Medical office experience

CDT designation (within timeframe)

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forefront Dermatology is seeking a Medical Assistant to support dermatology and/or plastic surgery clinicians in a patient-centered clinical experience. Responsibilities include greeting and rooming patients, obtaining intake information, and documenting vital signs and history.

You will assist with in-office procedures, perform basic scribing for encounter notes in the electronic medical record, and help prepare patients for biopsies and other dermatology treatments.