A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
Certified or Registered Medical Assstant Job Type:
Part-Time Location:
Paragon Dermatology About Paragon Dermatology Paragon Dermatology is a patient-centered dermatology practice dedicated to providing exceptional medical, surgical, and cosmetic skin care. Our team is committed to delivering outstanding patient experiences through clinical excellence, compassion, and innovation. We are seeking a highly organized, energetic, and patient-focused Medical Assistant with surgical experience to join our growing team. Key Responsibilities Clinical Medical Assistant Duties Room patients and obtain medical histories, medications, allergies, and chief complaints. Prepare examination and procedure rooms, ensuring proper sterilization and stocking of supplies. Assist physicians during Mohs micrographic surgery, excision procedures, biopsies, skin cancer treatments, and other dermatologic surgical procedures . Set up sterile fields, prepare surgical instruments and supplies, and maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures. Assist with local anesthesia administration, tissue handling, specimen labeling, and pathology preparation according to practice protocols. Perform wound care, dressing changes, suture removal, bandage application, and post-operative patient education. Monitor and support patients before, during, and after surgical procedures to ensure comfort and safety. Document procedures, surgical details, and patient communications accurately within the electronic medical record (EMR). Process prescription refills, laboratory requests, and pathology tracking as needed. Maintain strict infection-control, OSHA, and patient-safety standards. Support efficient patient flow in a fast-paced medical and surgical dermatology environment. Qualifications Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) Minimum 1-2 years of medical assistant experience preferred Strong understanding of sterile technique and surgical assisting. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through. Experience with EMR systems and medical documentation. Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Professional, compassionate, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Preferred Qualifications Previous dermatology or Mohs surgery experience. Experience with surgery scheduling and insurance authorization processes. Knowledge of dermatology procedures, pathology workflows, and wound care. Benefits Competitive salary Paid time off and holidays Employee discounts on products and services Professional development and growth opportunities Supportive team-oriented environment Why Join Paragon Dermatology? At Paragon Dermatology, every team member plays an important role in creating exceptional patient experiences. We value teamwork, accountability, compassion, and excellence. If you are passionate about dermatology, enjoy building relationships with patients, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in joining the Paragon Dermatology team.
