Certified Medical Assistant or RMA
About The Position
Dermatology & Allergy Specialists of Olympia (DASO) is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to join their dermatology team. DASO has been a trusted part of the Olympia community for 25 years, providing personalized, high-quality dermatology and allergy care in a close-knit, team-oriented environment. They are looking for a dependable, motivated, compassionate, and eager-to-learn individual. Previous dermatology experience is a plus but not required, as specialty training will be provided. For qualified candidates not currently credentialed, DASO may assist with obtaining a Washington Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care, learning new skills, staying busy, and working closely with providers and coworkers.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program and appropriately credentialed OR a candidate who meets applicable requirements and is willing to complete the necessary training and credentialing process for DASO to apply for an RMA credential on their behalf
- CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Familiarity with medical terminology or willingness to learn
- Comfortable using email, electronic documentation, and basic office software
- Accurate typing and documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a clinical team
- Professional, dependable, and self-motivated
- Compassionate and patient-focused
- An excellent communicator
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Able to multitask while maintaining accuracy
- A genuine team player
- Interested in continuously learning and developing new skills
- Comfortable receiving feedback and adapting as clinical needs evolve
Nice To Haves
- Previous dermatology experience
- Previous Medical Assistant experience
- Scribing experience or willingness to learn
Responsibilities
- Greeting and rooming patients while providing a welcoming, professional experience
- Obtaining and documenting patient histories and other required clinical information
- Obtaining vital signs and measurements as appropriate
- Preparing patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments
- Assisting providers with dermatologic examinations and in-office procedures
- Preparing examination and procedure rooms between patients
- Cleaning and sanitizing exam rooms and workstations
- Cleaning and processing medical instruments according to established protocols
- Assisting with pathology-related documentation and workflow
- Communicating with providers and other members of the clinical team
- Scheduling appointments and procedures as needed
- Completing clinical and administrative tasks necessary to support excellent patient care
- Opportunity to cross-train in medical scribing and expand dermatology knowledge and responsibilities once fundamentals are mastered.
Benefits
- Health and vision insurance
- HSA available
- Dental insurance available
- 401(k) with company match
- Potential childcare subsidy
- Potential parking/carpool incentive
- 8 paid holidays per year
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
