Dermatology Surgical and Medical Group View Company Profile
OverviewCome join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our Santa Cruz, CA clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then a career at Forefront may be the perfect fit for you!Summary:The Medical Assistant is essential during the patient visit, accompanying the dermatologist in the room and promoting a friendly and efficient environment for patients, staff, and dermatologists.Here are just a few things we offer:Access to health, dental, and vision insurance.Health Savings Account $500 matching contribution.Eligible for PTO and Holiday pay.Company paid life insurance and long term disability (full-time only).Access to voluntary short term disability insurance (full-time only).Access to additional life insurance.Eligible for Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity and Cancer Guardian.401K with employer contribution.Profit sharing.Employee discounts.And much more!xc2xa0Essential Functions:Rooming patients and documents all vital information.Scribing information for the dermatologist.Providing post op wound care to patients.Drawing blood and suture removal.Cleaning and stocking the exam rooms.Scheduling patient appointments.xc2xa0Assisting the dermatologist with procedures such as:Surgical photographsBiopsies xe2x80x93 punch, DIF and shaveExcisionsElectrodessication and curettageI&DMohs micrographic skin cancer surgeryPhototherapyInjectionsKoh prepsTrichogramsPatch testingxc2xa0Education: High School Diploma or equivalentPost High School education in a medical support field:xc2xa0 Certified Medical Assistantxc2xa0 is strongly preferredxc2xa0Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:1-2 years of recent experience in a medical office in a similar capacity is preferred.Must keep current on all state certifications, licenses and/or registrations to continue employment.Must be willing to travel to other clinic locations as needed.Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Record systems.Must possess organizational and communication skills.Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, clients, and visitors.Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team.