Medical Assistant – Dermatology

Village Medical

. Assist physician, PA or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care and procedures.

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeClifton • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $22 - $27 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care and clerical support, including vital sign documentation and EHR management. Capable of efficiently managing patient flow and scheduling while adhering to safety protocols and departmental guidelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Electronic Health Record (EHR) ManagementPatient Care AssistanceAppointment Scheduling

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign DocumentationEHR Data EntryPatient Flow ManagementClerical SupportMedication List ReviewReferral ProcessingUniversal Safety PrecautionsTroubleshooting EquipmentScribing ServicesPractice Management System

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementProblem-SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Practice Management SystemElectronic Health Record (EHR)Department-Specific Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaMedical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClerical DutiesHealthcarePhlebotomyPatient FlowAppointment SchedulingMedical Waste DisposalTransition of Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist physician, PA or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care and procedures.
Prepare examination rooms and escort patients into rooms.
Maintain efficient patient flow and prepare information for patient visits.
Answer telephone calls, direct calls and take accurate messages.
Schedule appointments according to departmental guidelines.
Stock examination rooms and order and maintain supplies.
Reconcile encounters daily.
Communicate problems, concerns or issues to the Supervisor and/or Manager.
Obtain and document vital signs in the EHR.
Review and update medication lists and document allergies in the EHR.
Enter orders and schedule appointments in the Practice Management System and EHR.
Provide referrals and consult orders.
Follow universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposing of medical waste.
Maintain proficiency with department-specific equipment, troubleshoot and report malfunctions.
Facilitate transition of care to UCC/Hospital.
Provide scribing services.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Graduated from an accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program, required.
0-1 year related work experience, required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or within 30 days of hire, required.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, required.
Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner, required.
Basic proficiency in computer use, required.
Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed, required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Vision coverage
FSA coverage
401k savings plan