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Position Summary
The Dermatology Medical Assistant provides clinical support to dermatology providers by delivering high-quality patient care, assisting with procedures, maintaining patient flow, and ensuring a safe and efficient clinical environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain and document vital signs, medical history, and medication reconciliation in the EMR.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for dermatologic examinations and procedures.
• Assist providers with dermatologic procedures, biopsies, surgeries, and other in-office treatments.
• Serve as a chaperone during sensitive examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications and injections as ordered and perform delegated clinical duties within scope of practice.
• Perform specimen collection, processing, and other basic laboratory functions as assigned.
• Coordinate prescription refills, referrals, patient follow-up, and provider messages.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness, stock supplies, and ensure instruments are properly cleaned and sterilized.
• Provide compassionate patient education and exceptional customer service.
• Accurately document patient care in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to maintain efficient clinic operations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff training, and departmental meetings.
• Adhere to HIPAA, infection prevention, safety, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate UCLA Health's C-I-CARE values by building positive relationships with patients, providers, and peers through compassionate communication, professionalism, teamwork, responsiveness, and a commitment to delivering an exceptional patient experience.