Medical Assistant II (Dermatology)

Quick Facts

• Role: Medical Assistant II (Dermatology)
• Support: Provides clinical and clerical back-office support to providers and the patient care team
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, Days (8 hours)
• Bonus: $5,000 retention bonus ($2,500 after 12 months; additional $2,500 after 24 months of continuous employment; must be actively employed at payout)
• Pay Range: $27.40–$38.35/hour

Description

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office and patient-related tasks supporting high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician.

Responsibilities

• Support patient workflow within the department
• Prepare patients for exam and assist with basic clinical tasks as directed by clinicians
• Take vital signs, prepare patients for examination, and administer injections (based on validated skills)
• Interpret data and follow instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled formats
• Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families/support groups, and other healthcare providers—especially when sharing sensitive information
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (diploma presented within 90 days) OR completion of a Medical Assistant externship (160 hours)
• BLS (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers) certification
• 1 year of recent relevant experience
• General knowledge of various medical procedures, views, and equipment
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Competent and validated in basic Medical Assisting skills (vital signs, preparing patients for exam, administering injections)
• Ability to interpret data and instructions across multiple formats
• Written and verbal communication skills suitable for explaining sensitive information professionally
• Time management and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite and an electronic health record (EHR)

Benefits

• Benefits available
• Retention bonus: $5,000 total