Medical Assistant Registered or Uncert I

Forefront Dermatology•Casper, WY

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Casper Dermatology is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to support dermatologists and patients during clinic visits. The role helps create a friendly, efficient patient environment and includes preparing rooms, rooming patients, documenting visit information, assisting with dermatological procedures, maintaining instruments and clinical workspaces, and supporting related administrative workflows. The position follows a Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule and requires travel to the Douglas clinic 1–2 days per week. State-specific scope-of-practice requirements may apply to certain duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Maintain all required state certifications, licenses, and/or registrations as a condition of employment.
Ability to obtain Certified Dermatology Technician (CDT) designation within the established timeframe.
Willingness and ability to travel to other clinic locations as needed.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational, computer, and verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with supervisors, colleagues, patients, and the public.
Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Effective time-management skills and ability to support operational efficiency.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in accordance with applicable privacy regulations.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of recent experience in a medical office or similar clinical setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

Clean and stock exam rooms and prepare necessary supplies and instruments.
Greet and room patients; collect and document vital signs, patient history, and reason for visit.
Review medication lists and confirm patients’ preferred pharmacies for e-prescribing.
Complete MIPS documentation requirements.
Assist with scribing and body-area documentation to prepare preliminary encounter notes.
Set up procedural trays and maintain sterile fields during minor in-office surgeries and treatments.
Prepare patients for dermatological procedures, including biopsies and phototherapy.
Assist clinicians with procedures by handing instruments and documenting notes in the electronic medical record.
Monitor patient comfort during procedures and provide reassurance and support.
Package and prepare specimens or biopsy samples for the appropriate dermatopathology lab.
Provide basic patient education about post-visit care and medication instructions as directed by the clinician.
Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean, organized workspace according to infection-control standards.
Complete room turnover, including disinfecting surfaces and changing linens.
Review and document patient calls about routine concerns and escalate complex issues to senior team members or clinicians.
Support clinicians during advanced procedures, including excisions, I&Ds, electrodessication and curettage, and blue light therapy.
Track medical-supply and instrument inventory and alert management when replenishment is needed.
Initiate and follow up on prior authorizations and biologic therapy starts, maintaining tracking documentation in the electronic medical record.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Where permitted by state scope-of-practice rules, administer medications, remove sutures, apply simple wound dressings, and perform basic laboratory tasks such as drawing blood, collecting specimens, and processing specimens for testing.

Benefits

Access to health, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account with a $500 matching contribution.
Eligible for paid time off and holiday pay.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability for full-time employees.
Access to voluntary short-term disability insurance for full-time employees.
Access to additional life insurance.
Eligible for accident and critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, and Cancer Guardian.
401(k) with employer contribution.
Profit sharing.
Employee discounts.