Medical Assistant - Los Angeles, CA

As a Medical Assistant in our Los Angeles dermatology practice, your key responsibilities include patient rooming, updating medical histories, assisting with dermatological procedures like biopsies and laser treatments, and performing scribing duties. You will collaborate with a team to manage a high volume of patients efficiently, while ensuring each individual receives the high-quality care they deserve.

To apply for the Medical Assistant position in our Los Angeles location, you should have a High School Diploma or GED, with 0–3 years of medical assistant experience, ideally in dermatology. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent attention to detail are crucial, alongside effective communication and teamwork skills to excel in this dynamic environment.

The pay for the Medical Assistant position in Los Angeles ranges from $21 to $25 per hour. The role requires a commitment of 40 hours per week, which includes Saturday shifts, making it perfect for those who enjoy a structured yet exciting work schedule in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Yes, there are travel requirements for the Medical Assistant position in Los Angeles, as you will need to work at our Pasadena location in addition to providing support at our main site. This travel is essential for collaborating with the wider medical team and ensuring consistent, high-quality care for our patients.

To succeed as a Medical Assistant in our Los Angeles dermatology practice, you should focus on developing strong attention to detail, effective communication, and teamwork skills. Ideally, candidates will also be proactive and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to ensure excellent patient care and operational efficiency.

Highlight any hands-on experience you've had with dermatological procedures, such as biopsies, laser treatments, or other relevant tasks. Share specific examples of your role in assisting physicians and how you ensured patient comfort and adherence to safety protocols.

Discuss your method for prioritizing tasks, perhaps using examples from your experience. Explain how effective time management, communication with team members, and a focus on patient care help you stay organized and efficient.

Mention specific techniques you use to maintain accuracy in patient records, like checking for completeness, using templates, and double-checking information with the physician. Explain the importance of reliable records in patient care.

Share your experiences dealing with patients, emphasizing your communication skills and ability to build rapport. Highlight any challenges you've faced and how you overcame them to contribute positively to the patient experience.

Provide examples of past stressful situations and the effective strategies you employed to manage them. Discuss how staying calm, focusing on tasks, and communicating with the team helped in those moments.

Discuss your understanding and adherence to infection control practices, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintaining a sterile environment during procedures. This demonstrates your commitment to patient safety.

Express your dedication to continuous education by discussing any courses, workshops, or relevant reading you do to stay informed about new techniques, treatments, and technologies in dermatology.

Share a specific story where you provided exceptional service or solved a problem for a patient. Explain the impact it had on their experience and how it reflected your commitment to quality care.

Articulate your passion for dermatology and patient care. Discuss what excites you about this role specifically and how it aligns with your career goals and values.

Emphasize your understanding of collaboration and communication. Share a strategy for resolving disagreements, such as discussing concerns directly, seeking a compromise, or involving a third party if necessary. Highlight the importance of patient outcomes in resolving conflicts.