Medical Assistant
About The Position
Golden State Dermatology is a physician-led and owned dermatology group with more than 37 locations across California. The group provides medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services, including treatment for skin, hair, and nail conditions, Mohs surgery for skin cancer, cosmetic skincare, anti-aging treatments, body contouring, and plastic surgery. As a Medical Assistant, you will partner with providers and guide patients through their treatment. The role involves multitasking across clinical and administrative duties while helping patients feel welcome, comfortable, and well cared for. Additional duties may be assigned by the Practice Manager based on the needs of the practice. This is a full-time position at the Ygnacio Valley Road GSM location in Walnut Creek, California, with an hourly salary range of $23.00 to $25.00.
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 insurance, and HMO plans.
- Experience with EClinicalWorks, EMA, or other EMR software.
Responsibilities
- Prepare exam and treatment rooms with the necessary instruments and supplies, and clean and stock rooms at the end of the workday.
- Review patient history, visit reason, medications, and understanding of procedures, and enter 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 those 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 required prescription authorizations are obtained.
- Manage the pathology and culture log responsibly.
- Provide attentive, compassionate service that supports patient comfort and satisfaction.
Benefits
- 40% off products and procedures, plus the opportunity to participate in free annual injectable events.
- 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 from the first day of employment.
- Nine paid holidays for employees who work over 20 hours in a pay period.
- Pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
