Medical Assistant (52347)

Platinum Dermatology Partners; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability

Life and other voluntary plans

401(k) plan

Employee Referral Program

Paid Time-Off

Company-Paid Holidays

Job summary

Platinum Dermatology Partners seeks a Medical Assistant to support a busy dermatology clinic in Camarillo. You will escort patients, document histories and medications, and assist the physician with examinations and procedures.

The role requires 2–3 years in a medical office, strong communication, EMR experience, and a high school diploma. Excellent teamwork and professional demeanor are essential in this fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a medical office as a medical assistant.
• Quality written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Strong phone etiquette and teamwork in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from the exam room and prepare them for the visit.
• Enter complete medical histories and medications into the chart.
• Assist the Physician/Provider in room with note taking in the medical record.
• Assist with biopsies, excisions, sutures, and cosmetic procedures.
• Prepare and collect specimens, notify patients of results, and schedule follow-ups.
• Daily cleaning, stocking, and organization of exam rooms and back office.
• Laboratory maintenance including instrument cleaning and autoclaving.
• Other duties as assigned to support the back office.

Skills

Medical office experience

Phone etiquette

Communication skills

Teamwork

Professional appearance

Compassion and caring

Organizational skills

EMR experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Medical Assistant training

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Coastal Dermatology - Kaplan Camarillo - Camarillo, CA 93010

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $23.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Who We Are

Platinum Dermatology Partners is a network of high-quality dermatology clinics that focus on collaborative and innovative ideas to drive growth. We offer general dermatology, cosmetic, medical, plastic surgery, and cancer screening treatments. We have over 145 clinics, over 350 providers, and more than 2300 employees in clinics across Texas, Arizona, California, Nevada, and Florida. We are a rapidly growing company that allows our doctors to focus on providing exceptional care without worrying about the operational side of the business. Our core values focus on collaboration, ownership, respect, excellence, authenticity, and integrity. Our purpose is to empower the practice of exceptional dermatology.

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Escort patients to and from the exam room, preparing the patient for their examination.
• Enter complete medical histories along with patients’ current medications into the chart.
• Assist the Physician/Provider in the room by scribing the notes in the patient’s medical record.
• Assist with setting up biopsies, excisions, suture removals, and cosmetic procedures.
• Prepare and collect path/lab specimens, notify patients of results, and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Daily cleaning and organizing exam rooms, along with stocking the rooms.
• Laboratory maintenance that includes cleaning and autoclaving instruments.
• Other duties as assigned to the back office.

Qualifications (Education)

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred but not required.
• Medical Assistant training is required.

Qualifications (Requirements)

• Must have 2-3 years of experience working in a medical office as a medical assistant.
• Prior Dermatology and cosmetic experience is preferred.
• Quality written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Strong phone etiquette.
• Teamwork.
• Professional in appearance and mannerisms.
• Able to demonstrate compassion and caring when dealing with others, patients, and co-workers.
• Able to prioritize tasks, understand the provider’s instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working on electronic medical records.

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short-term/Long-term disability
• Life and other voluntary plans
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Time-Off
• Company-Paid Holidays

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Physical Requirements

Must possess manual dexterity to operate office machines including computer and calculator; stooping and bending to handle files and supplies; and mobility to complete errands or deliveries. Includes handling of sharps and chemicals.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Platinum Dermatology Partners is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities for applicants and Employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Immigration and Nationality Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable state and federal laws.

Platinum Dermatology Partners does not permit discrimination of any type against an employee because of any of the following legally protected characteristics: gender, race, color, religion, country of origin, mental disability, physical disability, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, age, sexual orientation, or pregnancy.

Please note, that any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment background checks.