Medical Assistant - Gap Year Opportunity

Forefront Dermatology; Oxford (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Forefront Dermatology is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our patient-centric team in Alabama. You will work side-by-side with dermatology professionals, assist during exams, and support front-to-back clinical workflow in a busy dermatology practice.

Schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM–5:00 PM and Friday 7:30 AM–12:00 PM. Certification as CDT is not required initially; state requirements and training may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain the CDT designation within the established timeframe.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Collaborative, team-first approach.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Previous medical office or clinical experience is a plus.
• Certification varies by state; registration/training may apply.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and room patients and prepare them for their visit
• Assist clinicians during exams and dermatologic procedures
• Support clinical documentation and scribing
• Prepare exam rooms, instruments, supplies, and specimens
• Provide patients with basic care instructions as directed by the clinician
• Support patient calls, medication workflows, prior authorizations, and clinical follow‑up
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment
• Perform additional clinical responsibilities based on training, demonstrated competency, and applicable state requirements

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Patient experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Forefront Dermatology, our Medical Assistants are an important part of the patient experience. You will work side-by-side with dermatology professionals, build meaningful relationships with patients, and gain hands‑on experience in a growing specialty.

Whether you are bringing previous healthcare experience or looking to continue building your clinical career, this is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a difference every day.

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Welcome and room patients and prepare them for their visit
• Assist clinicians during exams and dermatologic procedures
• Support clinical documentation and scribing
• Prepare exam rooms, instruments, supplies, and specimens
• Provide patients with basic care instructions as directed by the clinician
• Support patient calls, medication workflows, prior authorizations, and clinical follow‑up
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment
• Perform additional clinical responsibilities based on your training, demonstrated competency, and applicable state requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• A passion for providing a great patient experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A collaborative, team-first approach
• Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Previous medical office or clinical experience is a plus
• Ability to obtain the Certified Dermatology Technician (CDT) designation within the established timeframe

Medical Assistant requirements vary by state. Certification is not required for this role unless required by applicable state regulations. Depending on where you work and the responsibilities of the position, registration, credentialing, training, supervision, or other state‑specific requirements may apply.

Medical Assistants will only perform duties permitted by applicable state law and within their training and demonstrated competency.

Forefront Dermatology is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.