Medical Assistant

Westlake Dermatology; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

401K options

Job summary

Westlake Dermatology has an immediate opening for a full-time Medical Assistant to support a provider traveling between Lockhart and Southwest Parkway locations. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent customer service, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced dermatology environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, cosmetic procedures, EHR documentation, room preparation, and patient education on aftercare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus either completion of a college degree or a Medical Assistant program required
• Medical assistant certification is preferred
• 1-2 years of prior experience in a dermatology or cosmetic/surgical clinic setting preferred
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced environment
• Well-organized with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Empathetic with patient needs and concerns
• Ability to work well with provider, anticipating their needs in regard to patient treatment
• Knowledge of medical and skin care terminology
• Proficient with general computer skills
• Able to stand for long periods of time

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician with patient care, including history, chief complaint, and consents
• Assist with cosmetic procedures (Botox, fillers, etc.) and prepare exam rooms
• Escort patients to room and prep them for provider
• Educate patients on aftercare protocols and expectations
• Review and manage schedule to ensure appointments are scheduled appropriately
• Stock rooms and turnover of rooms
• EHR charting and supplies management

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Team player

Empathetic

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma + MA program or college degree

Medical assistant certification preferred

Tools

EMA/EHR

Job description

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Medical Assistant

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1157

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Westlake Dermatology has an immediate opening for a full-time 4 days a week Medical Assistant to assist a provider that travel between our Lockhart and Southwest Parkway locations. Candidate must have great attention to detail and excellent customer service skills; must have the ability to multi-task; and prior EHR (EMA) experience is a plus. Prior dermatology or plastic surgery experience is preferred.

Location Schedule:

• Monday: Off
• Tuesday & Thursday: Southwest Parkway
• Wednesday & Friday: Lockhart

Job Description

The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the physician with patient care, including obtaining history, chief complaint, and consents; assisting with cosmetic procedures (including Botox, fillers, etc.); preparing exam rooms; escorting patients to room; preparing them for provider; and assisting in patient education regarding aftercare protocols and what to expect after treatment. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, EHR charting, stocking of rooms, and turnover of rooms. Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and managing schedule to ensure appointments are scheduled appropriately and supplies needed for procedure are available.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma plus either completion of a college degree or a Medical Assistant program required
• Medical assistant certification is preferred
• 1-2 years of prior experience in a dermatology orcosmetic/surgical clinic setting working as a medical assistant or clinical assistant preferred
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced environment
• Well-organized with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Empathetic with patient needs and concerns
• Ability to work well with provider, anticipating their needs in regard to patient treatment
• Knowledge of medical and skin care terminology
• Proficient with general computer skills
• Able to stand for long periods of time

Job Type: full-time

Compensation:$18.00 - $20 per hour (plus benefits and 401K options for full-time employees)

Westlake Dermatologyis an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or any other basis prohibited by law. *Westlake Dermatology is requesting new hires have the Covid-19 vaccination