Medical Assistant - Newport Beach, CA
About The Position
The Medical Assistant 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 volume of up to 40 patients per day. The position is based in Newport Beach, California, and pays $21–$23 per hour. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Medical Assistant also performs clinical documentation and scribing, processes prescription refills and prior authorizations, logs pathology samples, operates specialized dermatology equipment, and maintains examination rooms and supplies. Duties may be modified or added by the department supervisor according to operational needs.
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.
- Commitment to patient care and operational excellence.
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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
