Medical Assistant

2 days ago

Newport Beach, California, United States Island Dermatology Inc. Full time

Position Summary:

The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include patient rooming, updating medical histories, documenting visit details, and assisting with various dermatological procedures such as biopsies, surgeries, and skin treatments.

Pay and Hours:

Pay range is $21 $22 hourly. Hours are Monday - Friday, 8 hours daily.

Essential Functions:

To perform effectively in this role, the candidate must fulfill the following duties with or without reasonable accommodations:

  • Collaborate with a team to manage an average patient volume of up to 40 patients daily.
  • Document patient histories, including history of present illness (HPI), medical, surgical, and family history, medications, and allergies.
  • Prepare and assist with dermatological and cosmetic procedures, including ED&Cs, biopsies (shave and punch), ILK, I&D, Botox, laser treatments, excisions, and other surgical interventions.
  • Administer local anesthesia and remove sutures as directed.
  • Ensure strict adherence to sterile techniques and infection control practices.
  • Perform scribing responsibilities, including inputting templates and chart notes as directed by physicians.
  • Process prescription refills and manage prior authorizations.
  • Log pathology samples and coordinate with appropriate laboratories.
  • Operate specialized equipment such as Narrowband UVB and photodynamic therapy units.
  • Maintain and replenish liquid nitrogen containers.
  • Clean and stock examination rooms and supply areas.
  • Ensure adherence to organizational infection control protocols.
  • Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising physician or department lead.

Knowledge, Skills, & Responsibilities:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 0–3 years of medical assistant experience, preferably in dermatology.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate patient records.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.

This role requires a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care and operational excellence.

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities:

  • Physical Requirements:
    • Occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
  • Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
  • Occasionally required to climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.
  • Occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds.
  • Vision Requirements:
    • Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Note:

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, or duties modified by the department supervisor based on operational needs.

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