Medical Assistant - Part-time - Newport Beach, CA

Island Dermatology•Newport Beach, CA

7d•$21 - $23

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports dermatology physicians by delivering patient care and assisting with clinical and operational tasks. The role includes rooming patients, updating medical histories, documenting visits, and preparing for and assisting with dermatological and cosmetic procedures. The team manages an average volume of up to 40 patients daily. This part-time position is scheduled three days per week—Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday—from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The stated pay range is $21–$23 per hour. The role requires dependable attendance, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3 months to 3 years of medical assistant experience.
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.
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and sit for extended periods; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl; and lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds.
Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.

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 inputting 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 units.
Maintain and replenish liquid nitrogen containers.
Clean and stock examination rooms and supply areas.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising physician or department lead.