Medical Assistant (Back Office) - GAP Year Program

Gain Hands-On Clinical Experience Before Medical, PA, or Nursing School

Skin 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.

Palmdale/Lancaster, CA Full-Time | Entry-Level Healthcare | GAP Year Opportunity

The GAP Year Program Offers:

• Direct exposure to medical and procedural dermatology
  • High patient volume = real clinical immersion
  • Opportunity for strong letters of recommendation (based on performance and tenure)
• Work 1:1 with experienced providers
• Build clinical skills for:
  • Nursing/NP pathways
  • Physician Assistant (PA) programs
  • Medical school (MD/DO)

Schedule & Commitment

• Full-time (30–40+ hours per week)
• 9–12 month commitment strongly preferred 

Key Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vitals, and document in EMR
• Assist providers with dermatologic procedures (biopsies, excisions, cosmetic treatments)
• Perform clinical support tasks:
  • Suture removal and wound care
  • Specimen handling and lab prep
  • Procedure setup and breakdown
• Maintain exam room cleanliness and OSHA compliance
• Support patient flow and clinic efficiency
• Deliver a high-quality, professional patient experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress), preferably in Biology, Health Sciences, or related field
• Strong GPA (3.3+)
• Strong interest in healthcare/medicine
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Professional communication and patient interaction skills

Preferred:

• Medical Assistant certification
• Previous clinical or healthcare experience
• EMR/EHR familiarity

About Skin and Cancer Institute

Skin 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/ $42,640 to $49,920 annually. 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