Medical Assistant

Dermatology Specialists, Inc.; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and vacation pay

Holiday pay

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Medical and dental insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Company-paid life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dermatology Specialists, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant (MA) to support providers and patients in a fast-paced clinical environment. The ideal candidate will welcome patients, prepare lab specimens, and document medical histories while ensuring compliance.

Join us at DSI if you're passionate about outstanding patient care and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere. This role offers opportunities to grow within a supportive and professional environment, alongside benefits like

Qualifications

• Must perform well in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Communicate with empathy and put patients at ease.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and specimen handling required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and guide patients to exam rooms.
• Prepare, collect, and label lab specimens.
• Document patient histories and physical exam findings.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain sanitation standards.
• Provide post-care instructions following provider guidance.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Patient communication

Multitasking

Clinical compliance

Empathy

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Medical Assistant – Dermatology Specialists, Inc.

About Us

Dermatology Specialists, Inc. (DSI) has been serving our Southern California communities since 1971. Our team provides comprehensive general dermatology, Mohs surgery, and cosmetic services across multiple locations. We are committed to creating a welcoming, patient-centered experience built on compassion, professionalism, and clinical excellence.

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant (MA) to support our providers and patients in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

What You'll Do

• Welcome and guide patients to exam rooms
• Prepare, collect, and label lab specimens
• Document patient histories and physical exam findings
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain sanitation standards
• Return patient calls and respond to questions as directed
• Provide post-care instructions following provider guidance
• Maintain accurate, compliant documentation in the EMR
• Set up and assist with dermatologic procedures, including:
  • Skin tag removal
  • Biopsies
  • Excisions
  • Chemical peels
  • Support cosmetic procedures such as Botox and laser treatments

What We're Looking For

• Perform well in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Communicate with empathy and put patients at ease
• Work collaboratively and stay self-motivated
• Can multitask while maintaining attention to detail
• Have knowledge of medical procedures, specimen handling, equipment prep, and clinical compliance
• Are high school graduates or equivalent
• Can travel to other DSI locations in North County and Riverside as needed (reliable transportation required)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of MA experience
• Dermatology experience
• Mohs surgery experience
• Experience processing specimens for lab pickup
• Sick and vacation pay
• Holiday pay (eligible on date of hire)
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Medical and dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee discounts on dermatology products, procedures, and services

Why Join DSI?

At Dermatology Specialists, Inc., we work together to uphold our shared vision of uncompromising excellence in patient care. If you're passionate about providing outstanding service and want to grow in a supportive, professional environment, we'd love to meet you!

At Dermatology Specialists, Inc. we work together to realize a shared vision of uncompromising excellence in patient care. You can learn more about our practice at www.dermspec.com.

The market range is based on total compensation which may include other elements.

It is the policy of Dermatology Specialists, Inc. to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, family status (including pregnancy), marital status, military status, sensory, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, or any other factor protected by local, state or federal law, and to prohibit harassment or retaliation based on any of these factors.