Medical Assistant

Platinum Dermatology Partners LLC•Rancho Mirage, CA

14d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Platinum Dermatology Partners is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Rancho Mirage clinic. The role supports physicians and providers in delivering patient care in a fast-paced dermatology clinic. The ideal candidate is compassionate, friendly, professional, and patient-focused. The company expects employees to perform quality work within deadlines, interact professionally, contribute effectively as team members, and work independently while coordinating with others as needed. The position involves preparing patients for examinations, documenting medical histories and medications, scribing in medical records, assisting with dermatologic and cosmetic procedures, handling specimens and test-result follow-up, and maintaining clean, organized, stocked exam rooms and laboratory instruments. Other back-office duties may be assigned. This is a full-time position in Rancho Mirage, California, with an hourly salary range of $23.00–$25.00. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of pre-employment background checks.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Medical Assistant training.
Two to three years of experience working in a medical office as a medical assistant.
Quality written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
Strong phone etiquette.
Teamwork skills.
Professional appearance and mannerisms.
Compassion and caring when dealing with patients, co-workers, and others.
Ability to prioritize tasks, understand provider instructions, and know when to seek information or advice.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working with electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant certification is preferred but not required.
Prior dermatology and cosmetic experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to and from exam rooms and prepare them for examinations.
Enter complete medical histories and current medications into patients’ charts.
Assist the Physician/Provider in the room by scribing notes in the patient’s medical record.
Assist with setting up biopsies, excisions, suture removals, and cosmetic procedures.
Prepare and collect pathology/lab specimens, notify patients of results, and schedule follow-up appointments.
Clean, organize, and stock exam rooms daily.
Maintain the laboratory, including cleaning and autoclaving instruments.
Perform other duties as assigned to the back office.