Medical Assistant / Licensed Practical Nurse – Dermatology

Columbus Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery•Upper Arlington, OH

7h•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time role supports our Dermatology team, assisting physicians with dermatologic patient care — from biopsies and excisions to suture removal and dressing changes — while keeping patients informed and comfortable every step of the way.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse in a Dermatology setting
LPN candidates must hold a current, active LPN license in the State of Ohio
Comfortable assisting with dermatologic procedures, including biopsies and excisions
Passionate about skin health, preventative care, and patient education
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable interacting with diverse patient populations

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or NCMA) preferred

Responsibilities

Open and close exam and treatment rooms daily, preparing rooms per physician preferences
Assist with insurance preauthorization's and communicate updates to patients
Escort patients to exam rooms, obtain vitals and brief histories, and update medication lists
Set up exam rooms for scheduled dermatologic procedures or anticipate physician needs for unscheduled ones
Assist physicians with biopsies, excisions, and other dermatologic surgical procedures
Schedule procedures and prepare any required insurance authorizations
Maintain daily logs and track expiration dates of supplies and medications
Order supplies and medications; verify deliveries against packing labels and stock appropriately
Prepare specimens for laboratory pick-up and complete all related documentation
Educate patients on treatment plans, medication use, and compliance expectations
Perform nursing procedures, including suture removal and dressing changes
Accurately complete all pathology and lab requisition documents
Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms after patient visits
Other duties as assigned