Dermatology Laser Tech/Medical Assistant

Cooper Clinic A Prof Assn • Dallas, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Cooper Aerobics is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and client-focused Dermatology Laser Technician and Medical Assistant for its Dallas, Texas dermatology practice. This dual-role position combines cosmetic laser treatments with professional medical assisting. The employee will operate aesthetic platforms and support dermatologists with clinical skin exams, biopsies, and surgeries. The position is on-site and scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Candidates who are not Medical Assistants must be willing and able to complete a virtual Dermatology Technician course within the first 30 days of hire.

As a Cosmetic Laser Technician, the employee operates medical-grade aesthetic devices, assists physicians with consultations and customized treatment plans, educates patients on pre- and post-care, takes before-and-after photos using Visia, obtains consent for photo sharing, helps ensure annual laser maintenance, and collaborates with other Laser Technicians to maintain compliance, order supplies, and grow the laser department.

As a Dermatology Medical Assistant, the employee rooms patients, obtains medical histories, documents clinical data in the EMA (Modernizing Medicine) electronic medical record, assists dermatologists with exams, injectables, biopsies, and minor surgeries, and serves as a medical scribe during exams. The role also coordinates patient care through prescription refills, lab-result review, and clinical triage calls, and includes sterilizing instruments and keeping exam rooms stocked and sanitized.

The employee is expected to provide excellent service to internal and external clientele, educate patients about dermatology diagnoses, treatments, and skincare, comply with HIPAA, maintain a positive attitude consistent with Cooper's purpose and core values, and attend work consistently and on time. This role requires on-site presence. Cooper Aerobics describes its mission as improving the quality and quantity of lives through prevention and promoting good health habits.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a group setting and independently.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Electronic Health Records.
• Active Texas Laser Technician license in good standing.
• Medical Assistant clinical training is preferred; otherwise, must be willing to take and complete the Dermatology Technician course within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 1–2 years of hands-on experience operating aesthetic lasers or RF devices is highly preferred.
• Experience with EMA (Modernizing Medicine) software is a major plus; training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Medical Assistant clinical training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients about cosmetic and general dermatology diagnoses, treatments, and skincare.
• Provide and promote a high level of customer service to internal and external clientele.
• Comply with HIPAA while performing all duties.
• Maintain a positive attitude and adhere to Cooper's purpose and core values.
• Attend work consistently and on time.
• Operate medical-grade aesthetic devices safely and effectively, including Candela VBeam, Cartessa Helix, Cartessa Motus AZ+, Cynosure PicoSure, and UltraVision (formerly Vivace Ultra).
• Assist physicians with patient consultations and customized treatment plans.
• Provide pre- and post-care education to support treatment results and patient safety.
• Take before-and-after photos using Visia and assist with obtaining patient consent to share photos.
• Help ensure yearly laser maintenance is completed.
• Work with other Laser Technicians to support departmental compliance, order supplies, and grow the laser department.
• Room patients, obtain accurate medical histories, and document clinical data in the EMA (Modernizing Medicine) EMR system.
• Assist dermatologists during medical skin exams, cosmetic injectables, biopsies, and minor surgical procedures.
• Scribe during exams, documenting diagnoses and pathology requests in real time.
• Coordinate patient care by handling prescription refills, reviewing lab results, and conducting clinical triage calls.
• Sterilize surgical instruments and keep exam rooms stocked and sanitized.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Complimentary Cooper Fitness membership for the employee and spouse.
• 401(k) matching after one year.
• Health benefits.
• Holidays, including the employee's birthday.
• Discounts on Cooper Complete supplements, The Coop, Cooper Spa, Cooper Hotel, and more.
• Employee wellness program with fitness-goal support and the opportunity to earn cash incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed