Dermatology Medical Assistant – Scribe & Clinical Support

Apex Skin; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Skin is seeking a Medical Assistant to support dermatology providers with clinical and administrative tasks in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. The role involves rooming patients, assisting with dermatologic procedures, and documenting in the EMR as a clinical scribe.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork. Travel to nearby Apex Skin locations may be required to support clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and manage time effectively.
• Customer service mindset with professionalism and patient focus.
• Proficiency in basic computer software, medical terminology, and EMR documentation.
• Ability to document clinical information accurately as a scribe (training provided).
• 2+ years of Medical Assistant experience preferred (dermatology experience is a plus).
• Active CMA, RMA, or Medical Assistant certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms, obtain vital signs, collect short histories, and update medication lists.
• Prepare exam rooms based on scheduled procedures and anticipate provider needs.
• Assist providers with biopsies, excisions, surgical procedures, and other dermatologic treatments.
• Scribe for providers during patient visits, accurately documenting clinical notes, treatments, diagnoses, and patient instructions directly into the EMR in real time.
• Maintain and update patient records, charts, and EMR documentation to meet compliance standards.
• Educate patients regarding provider instructions, treatment plans, post-procedure care, and medication usage.
• Monitor and complete lab documentation, biopsy/culture logs, telephone encounters, and task queues in the EMR.
• Handle clinical phone calls, follow up on biopsy results, and communicate with patients under provider direction.
• Perform autoclave procedures, maintain sterility standards, and complete quality control checks.
• Complete assigned administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, scanning documents, answering phones, and processing prior authorizations.
• Travel to nearby Apex Skin locations as needed to support clinical operations.

Skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Customer service mindset

EMR documentation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

CMA or RMA certification

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

EMR system

Scribing/clinical documentation software

Job description

Apex Skin is seeking a Medical Assistant to support dermatology providers with clinical and administrative tasks in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. The role involves rooming patients, assisting with dermatologic procedures, and documenting in the EMR as a clinical scribe.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork. Travel to nearby Apex Skin locations may be required to support clinical operations.