Medical Assistant (Dermatology) - St. Petersburg, FL

Anne Arundel Dermatology•St Petersburg, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to join our St. Petersburg dermatology team at Academic Alliance in Dermatology. As an MA, you'll work directly alongside a dermatology provider supporting patient flow, clinical procedures, medical dermatology visits, and overall daily operations within a busy outpatient specialty practice. We’re looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and comfortable balancing both hands-on clinical support and patient-facing responsibilities. Academic Alliance has been serving patients throughout Southwest and Central Florida for over 30 years, providing comprehensive medical and cosmetic dermatology care across 23 locations. Led by renowned dermatologist Dr. Panos Vasiloudes, our team uses advanced technology and evidence-based treatment approaches to diagnose and manage a wide range of skin conditions. Academic Alliance in Dermatology is proudly affiliated with Anne Arundel Dermatology, a leading dermatology network with 300+ clinicians, 110+ locations, and operations across 7 states, with expertise in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.

Requirements

Recent Medical Assistant or Clinical experience
High school diploma or GED required
1+ year of recent Medical Assistant experience preferred
CPR certification preferred
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to bend, twist, reach, and move throughout the clinic environment
Ability to use hands for clinical tasks requiring dexterity
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
Ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone
Ability to work safely around medical instruments, sharps, chemicals, and infectious materials
Comfortable working in a fast-paced outpatient medical practice
Strong communication and patient service skills
Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail
Experience documenting in EMR systems
Familiarity with clinical workflows, patient intake, and procedural support
Ability to work collaboratively with providers, clinical staff, and front office teams
Strong time management and organizational skills
Professional, dependable, and adaptable attitude

Nice To Haves

Dermatology experience preferred, but not required
Experience assisting with in-office procedures and/or direct patient care
Completion of a Medical Assistant program preferred
CNA background or other direct clinical patient care experience considered
Specialty clinic or dermatology experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare exam and procedure rooms prior to patient visits
Room patients and obtain accurate medical history, medication updates, chief complaints, and vital signs
Document patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR/EHR)
Assist providers during dermatology appointments, including general skin exams, biopsies, excisions, lesion treatments, and follow-up visits
Support in-office procedures by setting up instruments, supplies, syringes, and sterile trays
Assist with specimen collection, labeling, documentation, and routing to pathology/laboratory partners
Provide post-procedure instructions and reinforce provider guidance
Respond to patient calls, portal messages, callbacks, and clinical task lists
Assist with prescription refill workflows, prior authorizations, and provider communications as needed
Maintain efficient patient flow to support provider productivity and clinic scheduling
Clean, sterilize, and maintain instruments and equipment according to infection prevention protocols
Monitor inventory levels and restock clinical supplies throughout the office
Remove expired supplies and maintain organized treatment areas
Support chart preparation and administrative clinical workflows between patient appointments
Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and workplace safety standards at all times
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership