Medical Assistant - Float

Welcome to Dermatology Associates . We care for your skin, and we offer a full array of dermatological services to help patients maintain healthy skin. The dermatology professionals at Dermatology Associates are pleased to welcome you to our practice. we want all of our patients to be informed decision makers and fully understand any health issues they face. Our practice is working together to realize a shared vision of uncompromising excellence in dermatology.


We are seeking a reliable, adaptable and detail-oriented Float Medical Assistant to join our team in our Lake Oswego office. Dermatology Associates believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our success as a practice is directly linked to our employees' dedication, expertise, and commitment. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and the Portland metro community while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Dermatology Associates employees receive :

• Work-life balance. No Evenings or Weekends
• Competitive Wage and Benefits
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k), employer matched up to a certain percentage
• Life & long-term disability
• Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
• Yearly scrubs reimbursement
• Discounted Cosmetic Services and Medical-grade Skin Care products
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Fun and interactive culture

The Float Medical Assistant plays a critical role in ensuring smooth clinical operations by performing a wide range of medical duties and providing direct support to both providers and patients. This position is a balance of administrative and hands-on MA work. The Float MA will quickly assess patients' needs both in person and over the phone to ensure that urgent issues are priorities and providers have the right information to make decisions. Hands-on patient care duties include assisting with patient flow, rooming patients, assisting in general dermatology procedures, surgery assisting, Electronic Medical Record scribing on an iPad, lab duties, and phlebotomy. Strong clinical knowledge to recognize urgent vs not urgent symptoms is essential to success in this role. The ideal candidate can remain calm under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications :

• Certification as a Medical Assistant from a nationally accredited program (AAMA, NHA, NCCT, or AMT with a current Medical Assistant Certification or License (OR-MA-C or OR-MA-R) preferred
• A minimum of one year of prior outpatient medical assistant experience, especially in Dermatology, is preferred.
• BLS certification.
• Solid understanding of medical terminology, procedures, and healthcare practices
• Adheres to all policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high-quality and excellent customer service
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining medical records
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work efficiently in a fast-paced medical environment
• Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the organization's best interest.
• Dermatology experience preferred but not required

Schedule : 4-day schedule - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 36-40 hours per week, day shift

Wage: Wages are determined based on experience, entry wage for this role is $20/hour