Cosmetic Medical Assistant

Central Florida Eye Specialists•Lake Mary, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant – Oculoplastics & Aesthetics provides clinical support to the physician and advanced practice providers within the Oculoplastics and Aesthetics department. This position plays an important role in maintaining efficient patient flow while delivering a high level of patient care and customer service. The Medical Assistant will assist with both cosmetic services—including Botox, dermal fillers, and IPL treatments—and the medical/surgical side of the practice, including postoperative visits, surgical follow-ups, and returning patients. The ideal candidate is professional, personable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced specialty environment where both clinical excellence and the patient experience are priorities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
Ability to maintain professionalism and patient confidentiality at all times.
Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Comfortable assisting with both cosmetic procedures and postoperative/surgical patient care.
Must demonstrate reliability, teamwork, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification preferred.
Previous Medical Assistant or ophthalmology experience preferred.
Experience in dermatology, plastic surgery, aesthetics, ophthalmology, or another procedural specialty is a plus.
Experience assisting with Botox, dermal fillers, IPL, or other cosmetic procedures is preferred but not required for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients and treatment rooms for cosmetic and aesthetic procedures.
Assist the provider during Botox, dermal filler, IPL, and other aesthetic treatments offered by the practice.
Review and confirm appropriate documentation, consents, and treatment information prior to procedures.
Obtain and document patient histories, medications, allergies, and relevant clinical information.
Take standardized before-and-after photographs as directed.
Prepare necessary supplies and equipment for procedures.
Maintain appropriate infection-control and room-cleaning standards between patients.
Provide patients with provider-approved pre- and post-treatment instructions.
Help create a professional, welcoming, and elevated patient experience throughout the cosmetic visit.
Assist with maintaining cosmetic product, injectable, and clinical supply inventory and notify leadership when supplies require replenishment.
Room and prepare patients for postoperative appointments, surgical returns, follow-up visits, and other Oculoplastics appointments.
Obtain and accurately document patient history, chief complaint, medications, allergies, and other required clinical information.
Assist the physician with examinations, minor procedures, postoperative care, and in-office surgical procedures as appropriate.
Prepare examination and procedure rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
Assist with suture removal, dressing changes, wound care, and other clinical tasks within the Medical Assistant's training and scope of practice and under provider direction.
Provide physician-approved postoperative instructions and reinforce patient education.
Recognize patient concerns or changes in condition and promptly communicate them to the physician or appropriate clinical team member.
Assist with prescriptions, pharmacy communication, patient tasks, and clinical documentation as directed.
Maintain efficient patient flow throughout the physician's schedule.
Anticipate physician and patient needs to help keep the clinic running on time.
Accurately document information in the electronic medical record.
Ensure examination, treatment, and procedure rooms are appropriately stocked and prepared throughout the day.
Follow all HIPAA, OSHA, infection-control, and practice policies and procedures.
Communicate professionally and compassionately with patients, physicians, coworkers, and other departments.
Work collaboratively with the Oculoplastics team and provide additional clinical support when needed.
Assist with additional duties as assigned to support the needs of the physician, department, and practice.