Medical Assistant

Golden State Dermatology • Walnut Creek, CA

9d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Golden State Dermatology is a physician-led and owned dermatology group with more than 37 locations across California, specializing in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. The Medical Assistant partners with providers and guides patients through their treatment, contributing to a welcoming and comfortable patient experience. The role involves multitasking and managing tasks to complete responsibilities promptly. The Practice Manager may assign additional duties based on the practice’s needs.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service skills or a patient-centered mindset.
• Previous dermatology, healthcare, or aesthetics experience.
• Knowledge of insurance carriers, such as Medicare, commercial, and HMO plans.
• Experience with EClinicalWorks, EMA, or other EMR software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with the necessary instruments and supplies; clean and stock rooms at the end of the workday.
• Review patient history, reason for visit, medications, and understanding of procedures, and document notes in EMA.
• Ensure MIPS information is completed accurately and consistently in the medical record.
• Assist with scheduling patient tests and treatments.
• Assist dermatology providers during surgical procedures, including excisions, Mohs surgery, and cosmetic dermatology procedures.
• Support the front desk by answering phones, scheduling patients, and helping determine when reception assistance is needed after back-office duties are addressed.
• Clean the autoclave, perform spore testing, follow scheduled maintenance, and keep accurate records.
• Check expiration dates on medications and samples and maintain records of date checks.
• Keep the biopsy book, slides, and pathology reports up to date, and record results in patient charts.
• Process prescription refills according to established procedures and ensure prescription authorizations as needed.
• Manage the pathology and culture log responsibly.
• Help ensure patients feel welcome, comfortable, and well cared for during their visits.

Benefits

• 40% discount on products and procedures, with the ability to participate in free annual injectable events.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) match up to 4%.
• Flexible spending accounts and commuter benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program counseling.
• Discounts for theme parks, attractions, hotels, concerts, and movie tickets.
• PTO accrual starting on the first day of employment.
• Nine paid holidays for employees who work over 20 hours in a pay period.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

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