Medical Assistant Dermatology

Mercyhealth; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth Woodstock is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant in Dermatology to greet patients, room them, and prepare for examinations. You will assist with exams, lab procedures, triage, and coordinate referrals, with attention to chart accuracy and scheduling.

The ideal candidate will graduate from an ABHES or CAAHEP-accredited Medical Assistant program, hold CPR/BLS certification, and have comfort working in a fast-paced clinic environment. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited Medical Assistant program required or equivalent accreditation.
• CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Clinical rotation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rooms patients, collects assessment data and prepares patient for examination.
• Assists in examination, treatment and other clinic procedures.
• Assists with laboratory procedures, screening tests and QI projects.
• Answering phones, triage, and directing callers; scheduling and reminders.
• Registering patients and maintaining accurate charts; coordinating referrals.
• Collects payments and issues receipts; maintains supplies.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited MA program

Tools

Computerized scheduler

Job description

## Medical Assistant DermatologyApply: Mercyhealth Woodstock - Woodstock, IL: Part time: Posted Today: 2026-02786**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Rooms patients, collects assessment data and prepares patient according to specific need.* Assists in examination, treatment and other clinic procedures.* Assists with laboratory procedures, screening tests and QI projects.* Answers telephone and either responds to inquiry, directs caller to appropriate personnel, or initiates a triage slip for response by medical personnel.* Schedules appointments and enters appointment date and time into computerized scheduler.* Conducts reminder calls to all patients.* Greet and directs patients, salespeople, and visitors.* Registers patients by verifying that patient's record is up to date and accurate.* Makes appropriate changes in computer system and on patient's chart.* Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices.* Collects payment from patients and issues receipt where applicable.* Prepares and maintains patient charts.* Maintains and orders supplies.**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**Graduate of a medical assistant program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), or graduate of a medical assistant program in a post secondary school or college that has institutional accreditation by a regional accrediting commission or by a national accrediting organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education, or a graduate of an educational program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), such as the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Experience in a program with a clinical rotation preferred.**CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days. Medication injection training and pharmacology is a required competency to perform medication administration.**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES** N/A**LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**Some independent judgment is required, but decisions are limited by standard practices or procedures.**SUPERVISES**N/A**PAY RANGE:**$18.28 - $28.69Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunities