Dermatology Medical Assistant - Chicago IL (Archer Ave)
About The Position
QualDerm Partners is seeking a Medical Assistant to support its dermatology team in Chicago, Illinois. The role supports patients and providers throughout clinic visits, helps maintain efficient clinical operations, and contributes to a positive patient experience. The posting also identifies Valparaiso, Indiana, in its position overview, while the title and closing information refer to the Chicago team. The Medical Assistant welcomes and prepares patients, assists providers with examinations and in-office procedures, documents visits in the electronic medical record, maintains exam rooms and clinical supplies, and coordinates patient communications and follow-up according to provider direction and practice protocols. The position requires a high school diploma and one to two years of medical office experience; dermatology experience and Medical Assistant certification are preferred. The listed compensation range is $20.52–$25.80 per hour. Final compensation depends on skills, experience, location, and internal equity. QualDerm Partners is an equal opportunity employer and states that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- One to two years of medical office experience.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and comfort using computers and electronic medical records.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Friendly, professional approach and ability to stay focused while managing competing priorities.
- Commitment to teamwork, dependable attendance, and thoughtful patient care.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Nice To Haves
- Dermatology experience.
- Medical Assistant certification.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and prepare patients for appointments; review medical histories and medications; and obtain vital signs as needed.
- Assist providers with examinations, in-office procedures, injections, and suture removal as directed.
- Document patient visits, treatment information, and provider instructions accurately in the electronic medical record.
- Prepare, clean, and stock exam rooms; sterilize instruments; and maintain clinical supplies and equipment.
- Coordinate patient communications, test results, prescription requests, referrals, and follow-up appointments according to provider direction and practice protocols.
- Prepare procedure documentation, confirm required consents, and accurately label and log specimens.
- Protect patient privacy and contribute to a respectful, collaborative team environment.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) plan with company matching: 100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2%, with immediate vesting.
- Paid time off accrued from day one, six paid holidays, and two floating holidays each year.
- Company-paid basic life insurance, with additional plans available.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Additional wellness plans, including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection.
- Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
- Employee discounts on products and services.
- Referral bonus program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
