Medical Assistant Dermatology

Skin Care Specialists PLLC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Skin Care Specialists, PLLC in Tempe, AZ seeks an experienced Dermatology Medical Assistant to support providers in patient exams, intake, and minor procedures. This full-time, in-person role requires at least two years of MA experience and familiarity with EMR systems; dermatology experience is a plus.

You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, manage schedules and prior authorizations, and assist with surgical procedures while maintaining confidentiality and professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Medical Assistant experience.
• Dermatology MA experience is a plus but not required.
• EMR experience (Modernizing Medicine) preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and room patients.
• Enter visit information in EMR (including histories, medications, allergies).
• Assist in patient exams and surgeries.
• Maintain orderly, stocked exam rooms; ensure supply par levels.
• Check logs and equipment (refrigerator, eyewash, medications).
• Respond to patient calls regarding test results, refills, referrals.
• Process prior authorizations for prescriptions.
• Schedule patient appointments per guidelines.
• Collaborate with team to meet patient care needs.

Skills

EMR experience

Communication skills

Time management

Team player

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

Modernizing Medicine EMR

Job description

Job Description

Skin Care Specialists, PLLC is looking for experienced Dermatology Medical Assistants to join our team. The Medical Assistant will assist providers in medical services to our patients. Prefer 2 years minimum experience as a medical assistant. Previous experience in working in a dermatology practice as a medical assistant is a plus, but not required. Duties include performing a wide variety of patient care activities, patient intake, assisting with surgical procedures, scribing for patient encounters, patient education and physician support. Must have an outgoing personality, professional appearance and demeanor. The ideal person for this type of role is a good listener, outgoing and compassionate, organized and adaptable and an excellent problem solver. This vital role greets our patients, displays professionalism, and maintains confidentiality at all times. Must be reliable. Must be capable of performing multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. This is NOT an entry level position.

Responsibilities

• Greet and room patients.
• Entering visit information in our electronic medical record system (EMA); including patient medical histories, medications, allergies, etc.
• Assist in patient exams and surgeries.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of examination rooms; stocks assigned rooms, insures par levels of supplies are maintained.
• Checks and completes required logs and equipment including refrigerator logs, eyewash logs, sample medications, and other required checks.
• Responses to patient calls related to test results, medication refills, and referral requests under the direction of the provider.
• Manages prior authorization for prescriptions.
• Schedules patient appointments according to guidelines as defined by standard work.
• Participates with team to meet patient care and clinic needs, working cooperatively with others to accomplish required work in a timely and efficient manner.

Skills

Must have the ability to handle multiple priorities, ability to work independently, and possess good clinical judgment and decision‑making skills. Experience with EMR (Modernizing Medicine a plus), computer literate, willing to work hard and jump right in. Professional demeanor required. Excellent communication skills, team player, attention to detail and customer service is key. Excellent time management skills.

Experience

Experience:EMR systems: 2 years (Required)Medical Assistant: 2 years (Preferred)Dermatology: 2 years (Preferred)License/Certification:Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)Work Location: In person

Job Type

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

Benefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insurance

Company Description

Skin Care Specialists, with locations in Mesa, Tempe, Queen Creek, and Scottsdale, Arizona, is a premier medical and cosmetic dermatology practice with a team of board-certified dermatologists at the helm. As a physician-owned practice, personalized and patient-centered care sets Skin Care Specialists apart from commercial alternatives. This emphasis on patient-oriented care builds a foundation of trust, fostering a unique relationship between practitioners and their patients.

Company Description

Skin Care Specialists, with locations in Mesa, Tempe, Queen Creek, and Scottsdale, Arizona, is a premier medical and cosmetic dermatology practice with a team of board-certified dermatologists at the helm. As a physician-owned practice, personalized and patient-centered care sets Skin Care Specialists apart from commercial alternatives. This emphasis on patient-oriented care builds a foundation of trust, fostering a unique relationship between practitioners and their patients.

EOE.

https://skincarespecialistsaz.com/