Dermatology Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Scribing

Platinum Dermatology Partners; San Clemente (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 San Clemente, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our fast-paced clinic. You will escort patients, document histories, assist physicians, and support cosmetic procedures while maintaining compassionate patient care and accurate EMR entries.

Applicants should have 2-3 years in a medical office, dermatology/cosmetic experience preferred, and strong communication, organization, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred but not required.
• Medical Assistant training is required.
• 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.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• 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

Compassionate patient care

Teamwork

Phone etiquette

Organizational skills

EMR experience

Professional appearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training

Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Platinum Dermatology Partners in San Clemente, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our fast-paced clinic. You will escort patients, document histories, assist physicians, and support cosmetic procedures while maintaining compassionate patient care and accurate EMR entries.

Applicants should have 2-3 years in a medical office, dermatology/cosmetic experience preferred, and strong communication, organization, and teamwork.