Cosmetic Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant – Oculoplastics & Aesthetics

The Medical Assistant – Oculoplastics & Aesthetics provides clinical support to the physician and advanced practice providers within the Oculoplastics and Aesthetics department. This position plays an important role in maintaining efficient patient flow while delivering a high level of patient care and customer service.

The Medical Assistant will assist with both cosmetic services—including Botox, dermal fillers, and IPL treatments—and the medical/surgical side of the practice, including postoperative visits, surgical follow-ups, and returning patients. The ideal candidate is professional, personable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced specialty environment where both clinical excellence and the patient experience are priorities.

Responsibilities

Cosmetic & Aesthetic Clinic Support

• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for cosmetic and aesthetic procedures.
• Assist the provider during Botox, dermal filler, IPL, and other aesthetic treatments offered by the practice.
• Review and confirm appropriate documentation, consents, and treatment information prior to procedures.
• Obtain and document patient histories, medications, allergies, and relevant clinical information.
• Take standardized before-and-after photographs as directed.
• Prepare necessary supplies and equipment for procedures.
• Maintain appropriate infection-control and room-cleaning standards between patients.
• Provide patients with provider-approved pre- and post-treatment instructions.
• Help create a professional, welcoming, and elevated patient experience throughout the cosmetic visit.
• Assist with maintaining cosmetic product, injectable, and clinical supply inventory and notify leadership when supplies require replenishment.

Oculoplastics & Surgical Clinic Support

• Room and prepare patients for postoperative appointments, surgical returns, follow-up visits, and other Oculoplastics appointments.
• Obtain and accurately document patient history, chief complaint, medications, allergies, and other required clinical information.
• Assist the physician with examinations, minor procedures, postoperative care, and in-office surgical procedures as appropriate.
• Prepare examination and procedure rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Assist with suture removal, dressing changes, wound care, and other clinical tasks within the Medical Assistant's training and scope of practice and under provider direction.
• Provide physician-approved postoperative instructions and reinforce patient education.
• Recognize patient concerns or changes in condition and promptly communicate them to the physician or appropriate clinical team member.
• Assist with prescriptions, pharmacy communication, patient tasks, and clinical documentation as directed.

Clinical Operations & Team Support

• Maintain efficient patient flow throughout the physician's schedule.
• Anticipate physician and patient needs to help keep the clinic running on time.
• Accurately document information in the electronic medical record.
• Ensure examination, treatment, and procedure rooms are appropriately stocked and prepared throughout the day.
• Follow all HIPAA, OSHA, infection-control, and practice policies and procedures.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with patients, physicians, coworkers, and other departments.
• Work collaboratively with the Oculoplastics team and provide additional clinical support when needed.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned to support the needs of the physician, department, and practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Previous Medical Assistant or ophthalmology experience preferred.
• Experience in dermatology, plastic surgery, aesthetics, ophthalmology, or another procedural specialty is a plus.
• Experience assisting with Botox, dermal fillers, IPL, or other cosmetic procedures is preferred but not required for the right candidate.
• Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and patient confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Comfortable assisting with both cosmetic procedures and postoperative/surgical patient care.
• Must demonstrate reliability, teamwork, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn

Company Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k w/ Match
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine
• Generous PTO Package

We also offer the following benefits for FREE:

• Employee Discounts and Perks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance

EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.