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Medical Assistant (Back Office) - GAP Year Program

SKIN AND CANCER INSTITUTE - 3.2

Palmdale, CA Job Details Full-time $20.50 - $24.00 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description 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. 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