Medical Assistant – Dermatology

Village Medical

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

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeLivingston • 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 electronic health record management. Capable of maintaining efficient patient flow and adhering to safety protocols while providing compassionate care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Electronic Health Record (EHR) ManagementPatient Care SupportClerical Duties

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign DocumentationPatient Flow ManagementAppointment SchedulingMedication List ReviewOrder Entry in PMSScribing ServicesUniversal Safety PrecautionsBasic Computer Proficiency

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsFlexibilityProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Record (EHR)Practice Management System (PMS)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentGraduated from Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClerical SupportHealthcare ProceduresPatient FlowMedical Waste Disposal

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.
Clean examination rooms after examinations.
Maintain efficient patient flow.
Prepare pertinent information for patient visits.
Communicate and provide care consistent with patients’ age, cultural, spiritual and developmental needs.
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 according to policy guidelines.
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 PMS and EHR.
Provide referrals and consult orders in the PMS and EHR.
Follow universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposing of medical waste.
Maintain proficiency with department-specific equipment and report malfunctions.
Facilitate transition of care to UCC/Hospital.
Provide scribing services.
Perform other assigned duties and recognize duties requiring completion.
Demonstrate flexibility with various work schedules.

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
2-4 years related work experience, preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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