We are seeking a detail-oriented, patient-focused Dermatology Medical Assistant to join our specialized skincare team. In this role, you will provide critical support to our dermatologists and mid-level providers during medical, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. You will guide patients through their skincare visits, prepare treatment rooms, and assist with hands-on clinical and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in dermatology, visual skin assessment, and delivering compassionate care to patients of all ages.
Core Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Surgical Assisting: Assist providers with minor surgeries, including skin cancer excisions, punch biopsies, shave biopsies, and cyst removals.
- Suture Removal: Perform wound checks, apply sterile dressings, and safely remove sutures or staples under provider supervision.
- Pathology Tracking: Label, document, and log biopsy tissue specimens accurately, routing them to external pathology labs.
- Patient Education: Explain pre-operative preparations, post-procedure wound care instructions, and complex topical medication regimens.
- Cosmetic Support: Assist with laser treatments, chemical peels, neurotoxins (Botox), and dermal fillers, ensuring proper pre-and post-care setup.
- Rooming & Scribing: Document detailed skin exam findings, lesion locations, and treatment plans in the EHR during patient exams.
- Sanitization: Sterilize surgical instruments using autoclaves and maintain strict infection-control standards.
Administrative Duties
- Prior Authorizations: Submit prior authorization requests for specialized specialty medications, biologics, and topical therapies.
- Biopsy Results: Call patients with pathology lab results and coordinate follow-up treatment plans as directed by the provider.
- Product Inventory: Maintain and restock medical supplies, surgical trays, and clinical retail skincare products.
- Compliance: Strictly adhere to all OSHA, HIPAA, and outpatient surgical safety protocols.
Skills and Qualifications
Required Education & Certifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent GED.
- Training: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
- Certification: Active Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential.
- Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.
Experience & Skills
- Dermatology Experience: 1+ years of dedicated clinical experience in a dermatology or plastic surgery practice is highly preferred.
- Software: Proficiency with dermatology-specific EHR software (e.g., EMA/ModMed, Nextech).
- Clinical Knowledge: Familiarity with skin anatomy, dermatologic conditions (acne, psoriasis, eczema, skin cancer), and surgical tools.
- Visual Accuracy: Strong observational skills to help accurately locate and chart specific lesions or moles.
- Attributes: High emotional intelligence, steady hands, and excellent organizational skills to manage high patient volumes.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and move quickly for prolonged periods.
- Excellent manual dexterity to manage fine surgical instruments and apply precise dressings.
- Strong visual acuity to view close-up skin conditions and work under bright examination lighting.