Medical Assistant - Dermatology

Fairfield Dermatology; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401(K)

Profit sharing

Retirement plan

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Fairfield Dermatology is seeking a friendly Medical Assistant to join our clinical team. You will be responsible for rooming patients, collecting medical histories, and assisting providers during procedures in a fast-paced dermatology practice.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of MA experience in a medical setting and familiarity with EMR systems such as EMA/ModMed, with a commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in a medical office setting is preferred.
• Dermatology experience is a plus.
• EHR/EMR experience preferred, EMA/ModMed a plus.

Responsibilities

• Room patients promptly and document medical history, chief complaint, medications, and allergies.
• Prepare patients for examination and procedures, ensuring comfort and proper positioning.
• Assist providers during medical and surgical procedures including set-up and post-procedure care.
• Perform and coordinate clinical tasks such as specimen collection, wound care, suture removal, injections, and in-office treatments.
• Order, collect, label, and process laboratory specimens with proper documentation and follow-up.

Skills

Medical office experience

Dermatology experience

EMR/EHR experience

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMA/ModMed

Job description

We are a well-established medical and cosmetic dermatology private practice seeking a friendly, professional, and dependable self-starter to join our clinical team. Our practice is fast-paced and patient-centered, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional clinical care and an outstanding patient experience.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Room patients promptly and accurately obtain and document medical history, chief complaint, medications, and allergies.
• Prepare patients for examination and procedures, ensuring comfort and proper positioning.
• Assist providers during medical and surgical procedures, including set-up, and post-procedure care instructions.
• Perform and/or coordinate clinical tasks including specimen collection, wound care, suture removal, injections, and other in-office treatments as directed.
• Order, collect, label, and process laboratory specimens; ensure proper documentation and follow-up of results.
• Triage patient phone calls and electronic messages, escalating appropriately and communicating clearly with providers and patients.
• Serve as a medical scribe, accurately documenting visit details, assessments, and treatment plans in the EMR.
• Maintain exam rooms by cleaning, sanitizing, stocking supplies, and ensuring readiness between patients.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify leadership of supply needs.
• Adhere to all OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and practice compliance standards.
• Support a positive, professional patient experience through clear communication and teamwork.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a medical office setting is preferred, dermatology experience is a plus.
• EHR/EMR experience preferred, EMA/ModMed a plus.

Expected hours: 37 per week.

Saturday availability (8am-1130am) is required and assigned on a rotating schedule. Typically not more than once a month.

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• 401(K)
  
• Profit sharing
  
• Retirement plan
• Health, dental and vision insurance
  
• Paid time off

Experience:

• MA: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Medical Assistant Certificate (Preferred)