Dermatology Medical Assistant — Scribe & Surgical Support

Apex Clearing Corporation; Mayfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Skin in Northeast Ohio is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support providers with clinical and administrative tasks in a fast-paced dermatology practice.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, assisting with biopsies and dermatologic procedures, documenting in the EMR as a clinical scribe, educating patients, and performing front-office duties as needed. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 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 preferred, but not required.
• Prior clinical scribe experience is helpful, 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.
• Travel to nearby Apex Skin locations as needed to support clinical operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Patient focus

EMR documentation

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

CMA/RMA certification

Dermatology experience

Willingness to obtain certification

Tools

EMR systems

Medical terminology familiarity

Basic computer skills

Job description

Apex Skin in Northeast Ohio is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support providers with clinical and administrative tasks in a fast-paced dermatology practice.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, assisting with biopsies and dermatologic procedures, documenting in the EMR as a clinical scribe, educating patients, and performing front-office duties as needed. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.