Medical Assistant (Back Office) - GAP Year Program

Gain Hands-On Clinical Experience Before Medical, PA, or Nursing SchoolSkin and Cancer Institute is hiring full-time Back Office Medical Assistants for our GAP Year Clinical Experience Program. This role is ideal for recent graduates pursuing careers in medicine, physician assistant (PA), or healthcare who are looking to gain direct patient care and procedural experience in dermatology.Flagstaff, AZFull-Time | Entry-Level Healthcare | GAP Year OpportunityThe GAP Year Program Offers:Direct exposure to medical and procedural dermatology High patient volume = real clinical immersionOpportunity for strong letters of recommendation (based on performance and tenure)Work 1:1 with experienced providersBuild clinical skills for: Nursing/NP pathwaysPhysician Assistant (PA) programsMedical school (MD/DO)Schedule & CommitmentFull-time (30–40+ hours per week)9–12 month commitment strongly preferredKey ResponsibilitiesRoom patients, take vitals, and document in EMRAssist providers with dermatologic procedures (biopsies, excisions, cosmetic treatments)Perform clinical support tasks: Suture removal and wound careSpecimen handling and lab prepProcedure setup and breakdownMaintain exam room cleanliness and OSHA complianceSupport patient flow and clinic efficiencyDeliver a high-quality, professional patient experienceQualificationsBachelor's degree (completed or in progress), preferably in Biology, Health Sciences, or related fieldStrong GPA (3.3+)Strong interest in healthcare/medicineReliable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environmentProfessional communication and patient interaction skillsPreferred:Medical Assistant certificationPrevious clinical or healthcare experienceEMR/EHR familiarityAbout Skin and Cancer InstituteSkin and Cancer Institute is a leading multi-state dermatology group providing medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services across California and the Western U.S. We are committed to delivering high-quality care while developing the next generation of healthcare professionals.The anticipated salary range for this position is $20.50 to $24.00 per hour. Placement within the range will be based on objective, job-related factors, which may include relevant experience, education, training, skills, certifications, internal equity, and business considerations