Medical Assistant, Dermatology

Medical Assistant, Dermatology

To assist physicians, nurses, and patients by providing ambulatory medical care services in a Dermatology outpatient clinic setting. This role supports general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, including Mohs procedures, and is responsible for clinic patient flow, informing physicians of patients' arrival and room assignment, and supporting dermatology-specific examinations and procedures.

We are specifically seeking a Cosmetic Dermatology and Mohs/Surgical Medical Assistant with hands-on experience in procedural support, sterile technique, laser and energy-based device setup, post-operative care, patient education, and high-quality service delivery in an aesthetic clinical environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in patient intake and preparation for general dermatology and cosmetic procedures while maintaining efficient patient flow.
• Support laser and energy-based treatments (hair removal, resurfacing, vascular, tightening procedures) including device setup, adherence to safety protocols, and post-procedure care. Training will be provided with expectation of consistent independent performance once competency is established.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures including biopsies, excisions, cosmetic injections (if applicable), and Mohs surgical stages.
• Prepare and maintain sterile fields and surgical instruments in accordance with clinical standards.
• Obtain and document vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and pulse oximetry as indicated.
• Support general dermatology tasks including scribing, specimen preparation, wound care, and assisting with excisions and closures.
• Educate patients on skincare routines, treatment expectations, and post-care instructions following physician guidance and training.
• Perform clinical photography and maintain accurate before/after documentation per department protocol.
• Manage inventory of skincare products, consumables, surgical supplies, and device materials in coordination with the Clinical Manager.
• Provide warm, efficient, high-quality customer service throughout the patient experience.
• Administer medications per department guidelines after demonstrated competency and maintain dosage calculation accuracy as required.

Core Competencies / Hiring Team Preferences

• Cosmetic dermatology and Mohs surgery clinic experience.
• Hands-on laser or energy-based treatment support.
• Strong sterile technique and post-operative care knowledge.
• Patient education and service excellence skills.
• Accurate EMR documentation and clinical photography experience.
• Ability to maintain patient flow in a fast-paced dermatology environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma and graduation from a Medical Assistant program.
• Certification and Registration as a Medical Assistant.
• Current basic CPR/AED certification.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, bending, standing, and reaching in a clinical setting.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 20 lbs.
• Manual dexterity to operate clinical and computer equipment.

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George Washington Medical Faculty Associates