Derm Tech Medical Assistant I,II,III Kelsey Seybold West Campus
About The Position
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Dermatology Technician at level I, II, or III. Placement is based on qualifications and experience. At all levels, the technician supports patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with higher levels encompassing the duties of the lower levels and increasing responsibility. The role supports patient safety and comfort in Dermatology and other assigned clinical areas, following legal, organizational, and professional standards. It may include scribing medical terminology and visit documentation, assisting with procedures and treatments, and performing other clinical duties within the technician’s scope. The hourly pay range is $16 to $32 based on full-time employment and factors such as labor market, education, experience, and certifications. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or school.
- No experience required with Medical Assistant certification or registration, or one year of directly related Medical Assistant experience without certification or registration.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association.
- Computer experience.
- Demonstrated ability to use equipment and related supplies for the selected patient population.
- Basic medical or nursing terminology.
Nice To Haves
- For Dermatology Technician II: 5 or more years of directly related Medical Assistant experience with certification or registration, or 6 or more years without certification or registration.
- For Dermatology Technician III: 8 or more years of directly related Medical Assistant experience with certification or registration, or 9 or more years without certification or registration.
Responsibilities
- Provide supportive patient care in Dermatology and other assigned clinical areas under the supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse, ensuring patient and family safety and comfort.
- Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology and scribe documentation during Dermatology office visits or procedures.
- Potentially scribe physician documentation, including history, physical, patient instructions, and pending orders.
- Depending on assigned duties and skill level, administer injectables; perform phototherapy or excimer laser treatments; set up for and assist with procedures, sterile fields, or cosmetic procedures; remove sutures; educate patients about iPledge/isotretinoin and register them in iPledge; apply patch testing for allergic contact dermatitis; sterilize instruments; and maintain the pathology log to confirm results are received, communicated to patients, and followed up with treatment.
- At levels II and III, perform the duties of the lower technician levels.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan.
- 401(k) contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
