Medical Assistant - Dermatology | Weekly Pay & Growth

Derick Dermatology; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Paid Training

Uniform Provided

Opportunities for Advancement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount on Cosmetic Services

Job summary

Derick Dermatology in Crystal Lake, IL seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under provider direction. Responsibilities include patient intake, phlebotomy, procedure setup, and administrative duties in a Dermatology setting.

The role emphasizes accurate history taking, specimen handling per CLIA, and collaboration with a team. Travel to other locations within the zone may be required; 3 days of 12-hour shifts plus occasional Saturday coverage are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Preferred CMA certification.
• Esthetic or cosmetology license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rooms patient, gathers history, and confirms visit purpose.
• Collects and processes blood, tissue, or other specimens for testing per CLIA standards.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, or provider instructions to patients.
• Clean and sterilize medical instruments.
• Document visits and record charges for billing.
• Contacts patients with lab and path results.
• Assist providers during examinations, handing instruments and performing tasks like injections.
• Clean exam rooms, stock supplies, and train new staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Phlebotomy

Clinical assistance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Derick Dermatology in Crystal Lake, IL seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under provider direction. Responsibilities include patient intake, phlebotomy, procedure setup, and administrative duties in a Dermatology setting.

The role emphasizes accurate history taking, specimen handling per CLIA, and collaboration with a team. Travel to other locations within the zone may be required; 3 days of 12-hour shifts plus occasional Saturday coverage are expected.