Dermatology Assistant

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health • Lebanon, NH

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About The Position

The Dermatology Assistant provides both clinical and documentation support to ensure efficient, high-quality dermatologic care. Working under the direction of the nurse leader and supervising provider, the Dermatology Assistant integrates the responsibilities of a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) and a Clinical Scribe, with additional dermatology-specific tasks, including biopsy preparation, procedural assistance, and post-visit coordination.
This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week day-shift position working Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately document medical encounters in an electronic medical record system.
• Strong proficiency with computers, typing, and data entry.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to learn dermatologic terminology, procedures, and specimen handling requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and commitment to patient confidentiality.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a medical scribe, medical assistant, or patient care assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and supports patient visits by greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, reviewing patient charts, and assisting with the rooming process while maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment.
• Documents clinical encounters in real time during exams, procedures, and education sessions, including patient history, provider findings, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up plans in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Assists with dermatologic procedures such as biopsies and minor excisions by preparing instruments and handling specimens under provider supervision.
• Maintains clinical photography by taking, labeling, and securely uploading patient images according to hospital policy and HIPAA standards.
• Coordinates post-visit tasks such as pended orders, specimen delivery, lab submissions, and scheduling follow-up visits in accordance with provider directives.
• Supports regulatory readiness by performing daily quality checks on equipment, monitoring expiration dates, maintaining supplies, and participating in safety and compliance huddles.
• Promotes effective team communication with providers, nurses, and multidisciplinary staff to ensure patient flow, accurate documentation, and timely follow-up.
• Provides mentorship and workflow support by assisting with onboarding and training new Dermatology Assistants, maintaining EMR templates, and ensuring consistency in clinical processes.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED