Dermatology Technician - Full Time

Watson Clinic LLP; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic LLP in New York seeks a Dermatology technician/Medical Assistant to support a dermatologist in a busy office. You will perform clinical and administrative tasks, assist with procedures, administer medications, and help maintain patient records with accuracy and compassion.

Required education includes a Medical Assistant program or relevant experience, with certification deadlines and CPR/BLS, and a commitment to patient education and confidentiality in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year MA experience within the last 2 years.
• Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Current BLS certification or to be completed within first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Summons and prepares patient for office visit.
• Assists Provider or PA with medical office procedures.
• Administers medications, including injections, and documents meds given or prescribed by ordering provider.
• Administers dermatology and pathology biopsy procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of clinic materials.

Skills

Patient care

Medical assisting

CPR/BLS certified

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

CPR certification

Job description

Full-time Description

Summary/Objective: Dermatology technician performs a variety of clinical and/or administrative tasks to help a dermatologist run their office.

Essential Functions

• Summons and prepares patient for office visit.
• Assists Provider or PA with medical office procedures.
• Administers medications, including injections, documents meds given or prescribed by ordering provider.
• Administers dermatology and pathology biopsy procedures.
• Assumes responsibility of maintaining current certification in CPR.
• Accepts responsibility for reading and referencing new policy & procedures and newsletters.
• Adheres to nursing policy and procedure when documenting in patient’s record.
• Attends support staff and department meetings to keep informed of employee issues and concerns as well as organizational updates.
• Maintains confidentiality of clinic materials.
• Provides and reinforces patient instruction and education as indicated.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year of Medical Assistant work experience within the last 2 years. Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Current BLS certification or to be completed within first 90 days of employment.

Preferred Education and Experience: Experience or training in a medical health care facility as a Medical Assistant

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: 1 Year experience in Dermatology.