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Ingleton Dermatology

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Medical Assistant Dermatology

New York, NY · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Experienced Dermatology / Plastic Surgery Medical Assistant $25-$28/hour | Tuesday-Friday | No Evenings or Weekends Join a boutique NYC dermatology practice specializing in medical and cosmetic ...

US Fertility

Surgical Medical Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Opportunity Overview We have an immediate opening for a Surgical Medical Assistant to join our team at Shady Grove Fertility in Sandy Springs , Georgia. * Schedule: Monday through Friday, from 6:45 ...

Shady Grove Fertility

Surgical Medical Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Opportunity Overview We have an immediate opening for a Surgical Medical Assistant to join our team at Shady Grove Fertility in Sandy Springs , Georgia. * Schedule: Monday through Friday, from 6:45 ...

Forefront Dermatology

Medical Assistant - MOHS

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Overview The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Mohs Surgeon during procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical workflow, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing ...

Forefront Dermatology

Medical Assistant - MOHS

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Overview The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Mohs Surgeon during procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical workflow, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing ...

Forefront Dermatology

Medical Assistant - MOHS

Vienna, VA · On-site

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

Overview The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Mohs Surgeon during procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical workflow, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing ...

Forefront Dermatology

Medical Assistant - MOHS

Glendale, WI · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Overview The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Mohs Surgeon during procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical workflow, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing ...

Forefront Dermatology

Medical Assistant - MOHS

Bedford, NH · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Overview The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Mohs Surgeon during procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical workflow, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing ...

Forefront Dermatology

Medical Assistant - MOHS

Oconomowoc, WI · On-site

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

Overview The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Mohs Surgeon during procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical workflow, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing ...

GW MFA

Medical Assistant, Dermatology

Washington, DC · On-site

$43K - $56K/yr

Position Summary To assist physicians, nurses, and patients by providing ambulatory medical care ... This role supports general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, including Mohs procedures, and is ...

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What is a surgeon medical assistant?

Surgeon Medical Assistants are healthcare professionals who support surgeons and surgical teams during operations and related medical procedures. Their responsibilities include preparing operating rooms, sterilizing equipment, assisting with patient positioning, and handing instruments to the surgeon. They also help with preoperative and postoperative care, ensuring patient safety and smooth workflow in the surgical environment. Surgeon Medical Assistants play a vital role in maintaining efficiency and improving patient outcomes in surgical settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surgeon medical assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surgeon Medical Assistant, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, surgical procedures, and sterile techniques, usually supported by a medical assistant diploma or certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, surgical instruments, and aseptic protocols is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are important soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial to ensure patient safety, maintain efficient surgical operations, and support the surgical team effectively.

What are some typical challenges faced by surgeon medical assistants in the operating room, and how can they be managed?

Surgeon Medical Assistants often face fast-paced and high-pressure situations in the operating room, where attention to detail and quick thinking are crucial. Common challenges include maintaining strict sterile techniques, anticipating the surgeon's needs, and effectively communicating with the surgical team. These can be managed by thorough preparation before procedures, continuous learning, and fostering strong teamwork. Building experience and developing good rapport with surgeons and other staff members also help in navigating these demanding environments successfully.

What is the difference between Surgeon Medical Assistant vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectSurgeon Medical AssistantSurgical Technologist
CredentialsCertified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Work EnvironmentDoctor's offices, outpatient clinics, hospitalsOperating rooms in hospitals, surgical centers
Job RoleAssist surgeons and medical staff, prepare patients, handle administrative tasksPrepare operating rooms, sterilize equipment, assist during surgeries

Surgeon Medical Assistants and Surgical Technologists both support surgical teams but differ mainly in certification and specific duties. Surgeon Medical Assistants often handle patient care and administrative tasks, while Surgical Technologists focus on preparing the operating room and assisting during procedures. Both roles are essential in surgical settings, with overlapping skills but distinct responsibilities.

How do I become a surgeon medical assistant?

To become a surgeon medical assistant, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by completing a postsecondary medical assisting program that includes clinical training. Certification, such as the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), is often preferred and can improve job prospects. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with medical tools and procedures are also important.

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Medical Assistant Dermatology

New York, NY • On-site

Ingleton Dermatology
11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Ingleton Dermatologyexternal

$25 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

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Job description

Experienced Dermatology / Plastic Surgery Medical Assistant

$25–$28/hour | Tuesday–Friday | No Evenings or Weekends


Join a boutique NYC dermatology practice specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology. We are seeking an experienced Certified Medical Assistant with a background in dermatology or plastic surgery to join our clinical team.


You'll work alongside our experienced Lead Medical Assistant and closely with a board-certified dermatologist, with exposure to both medical and advanced cosmetic dermatology.


Why Join Us

  • Four-day workweek — Tuesday through Friday
  • No evenings or weekends
  • One-hour paid lunch
  • $25–$28/hour, based on experience
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • HSA/FSA
  • Paid time off and sick time
  • 50% employee discount on skincare
  • Complimentary cosmetic treatments after one year

Responsibilities

  • Assist with biopsies, excisions, ED&C, cryotherapy, suture removals, and other dermatologic procedures.
  • Prepare and assist with cosmetic and laser treatments
  • Perform blood draws and venipuncture
  • Obtain and document patient histories, medications, and allergies
  • Prepare and turn over treatment rooms
  • Provide pre- and post-treatment instructions
  • Complete accurate and timely EMR documentation
  • Work with the Head Medical Assistant and physician to maintain efficient patient flow.
  • Maintain clinical supplies and a clean, procedure-ready environment

Qualifications

  • Hands-on Medical Assistant experience in dermatology or plastic surgery required
  • Experience assisting with biopsies, excisions, or minor surgical procedures
  • Strong phlebotomy/venipuncture skills
  • EMR experience
  • Professional, dependable, organized, and comfortable working in a busy private practice
  • Cosmetic/laser experience and EMA experience are a plus
  • CMA or CCMA preferred, but not required

Schedule

Tuesday–Friday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Full-time, in-person position in New York City.


Our Dermatology Practice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.