Medical Assistant - Gap Student - Norwell/Plymouth, MA

PhyNet Dermatology LLC (External)•Norwell, MA

3d•$20 - $24

About The Position

The Medical Assistant/Gap Student supports dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality patient care. The role includes rooming patients, updating medical histories, documenting visit details, and assisting with dermatological and cosmetic procedures. The team manages an average of up to 40 patients daily. The position is based in Norwell/Plymouth, Massachusetts, and pays $20–$24 per hour. Hours are Monday through Friday, eight hours daily. The Medical Assistant prepares examination rooms and procedural supplies, assists with procedures, documents patient visits and histories, processes prescription refills and prior authorizations, and coordinates pathology samples with laboratories. The role also includes operating specialized dermatology equipment, maintaining liquid nitrogen containers, and following sterile techniques and infection-control protocols. The position requires reliable attendance and may include other duties assigned by the supervising physician or department lead.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–3 years of medical assistant experience; dermatology experience is preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate patient records.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented approach, with a commitment to patient care and operational excellence.
Ability to meet the physical and vision requirements described for the role, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant experience in dermatology.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a team to manage an average patient volume of up to 40 patients daily.
Document patient histories, including history of present illness, medical, surgical, and family history, medications, and allergies.
Prepare for and assist with dermatological and cosmetic procedures, including ED&Cs, shave and punch biopsies, ILK, I&D, Botox, laser treatments, excisions, and other surgical interventions.
Administer local anesthesia and remove sutures as directed.
Follow sterile techniques and infection-control practices and protocols.
Perform scribing responsibilities, including entering templates and chart notes as directed by physicians.
Process prescription refills and manage prior authorizations.
Log pathology samples and coordinate with appropriate laboratories.
Operate Narrowband UVB and photodynamic therapy equipment.
Maintain and replenish liquid nitrogen containers.
Clean and stock examination rooms and supply areas.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervising physician or department lead.