Medical Assistant

Golden State Dermatology; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dermatology group in California is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and ensure exceptional patient care. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, assisting during surgical procedures, and managing patient records. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with various employee perks.

Benefits

40% off products and procedures

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid short and long-term disability

401K matching up to 4%

FSA and commuter benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Exclusive discounts for theme parks and attractions

PTO from first day and 9 paid holidays

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and healthcare/aesthetics preferred.
• Familiarity with EMR software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam and treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness.
• Assist providers during surgical procedures and manage patient records.
• Provide exceptional patient service and multitask efficiently.

Skills

Customer Service

Healthcare Experience

Aesthetics Experience

Knowledge of Insurance Carriers

Familiarity with EMR Software

Tools

EClinicalWorks

EMA

Job description

Golden State Dermatology is a physician-led and owned dermatology group rapidly expanding across California, with over 37 locations. We specialize in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin, hair, and nail conditions, Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer, cosmetic skincare, anti-aging, body contouring, and plastic surgery.

As a Medical Assistant, you'll partner with providers and guide patients through their treatment. Your responsibilities include:

1. Preparing exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies, ensuring cleanliness and stock at the end of each day.
2. Reviewing patient history, visit reasons, medications, and patient understanding of procedures; making notes in EMA.
3. Ensuring MIPS information is accurately completed in the medical record.
4. Assisting with scheduling tests and treatments.
5. Supporting dermatology providers during surgical procedures such as excisions, Mohs surgery, and cosmetic procedures.
6. Providing front desk support by answering phones, scheduling patients, and assisting staff as needed.
7. Cleaning and performing spore testing on autoclaves, maintaining scheduled maintenance, and keeping records.
8. Checking medication and sample expiration dates, maintaining records, and updating pathology reports and slides.
9. Processing prescription refills and obtaining necessary authorizations.
10. Managing pathology and culture logs responsibly.
11. Handling multitasking efficiently to meet all responsibilities promptly.
12. Ensuring exceptional patient service, making patients feel welcome, comfortable, and cared for, with attention to detail and compassion.

Helpful but not required skills include customer service, healthcare or aesthetics experience, knowledge of insurance carriers, and familiarity with EMR software such as EClinicalWorks or EMA.

Perks include:

• 40% off products and procedures, plus free annual injectable events.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company-paid short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401K matching up to 4%.
• FSA and commuter benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Exclusive discounts for theme parks, attractions, hotels, concerts, and movies.
• PTO from first day, 9 paid holidays for employees working over 20 hours/week, and pet insurance.

Golden State Dermatology encourages COVID-19 vaccination and participates in E-Verify. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and non-discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.