Medical Assistant

Platinum Dermatology Partners LLC • Las Vegas, NV

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Platinum Dermatology Partners is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Rancho, LV Charleston clinic in Las Vegas, Nevada. The role supports providers and patients in a fast-paced dermatology clinic. The ideal candidate is friendly, professional, compassionate, and committed to putting patients first. Employees are expected to produce quality work within deadlines, interact professionally, contribute effectively as team members, and coordinate independently with colleagues and other organizations as needed.

The Medical Assistant prepares patients for examinations, documents medical histories and medications, assists providers with clinical procedures and medical-record notes, handles specimens and results, and helps maintain clean, organized, and stocked exam rooms and laboratory instruments. The position may also involve other back-office duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Medical Assistant training.
• Two to three years of experience working as a medical assistant in a medical office.
• Prior dermatology and Mohs experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong phone etiquette.
• Teamwork skills.
• Professional appearance and mannerisms.
• Compassion and care when interacting with patients, coworkers, 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.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life and other voluntary plans
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED