Medical Assistant/Patient Service Representative - Chico, CA at Phynet Dermatology in Chico, CA

Job description

• The Medical Assistant/Patient Service Representative plays a pivotal role in supporting dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include patient rooming, updating medical histories, documenting visit details, and assisting with various dermatological procedures such as biopsies, surgeries, and skin treatments.

Responsibilities

• To perform effectively in this role, the candidate must fulfill the following duties with or without reasonable accommodations:
• Collaborate with a team to manage an average patient volume of up to 40 patients daily.
• Document patient histories, including history of present illness (HPI), medical, surgical, and family history, medications, and allergies.
• Prepare and assist with dermatological and cosmetic procedures, including ED&Cs, biopsies (shave and punch), ILK, I&D, Botox, laser treatments, excisions, and other surgical interventions.
• Administer local anesthesia and remove sutures as directed.
• Ensure strict adherence to sterile techniques and infection control practices.
• Perform scribing responsibilities, including inputting templates and chart notes as directed by physicians.
• Process prescription refills and manage prior authorizations.
• Log pathology samples and coordinate with appropriate laboratories.
• Operate specialized equipment such as Narrowband UVB and photodynamic therapy units.
• Maintain and replenish liquid nitrogen containers.
• Clean and stock examination rooms and supply areas.
• Ensure adherence to organizational infection control protocols.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising physician or department lead.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–3 years of medical assistant experience, preferably in dermatology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate patient records.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• This role requires a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care and operational excellence.
• Dermatology Experience Preferred.

Skills

Required

• Strong attention to detail
• Effective communication
• Teamwork
• Proactive
• Dependable
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

Preferred

• Dermatology experience

Benefits

• Pay range is $18 - $21/hr. Hours are Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours daily.