Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Dermatology Clinic

Bring your clinical expertise, patient-centered approach, and passion for teamwork to a growing dermatology practice where every interaction helps improve access to specialized care. This is an opportunity to play a vital role in a high-demand specialty while supporting patients through diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing dermatologic care. 

UVA Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the Dermatology Clinic in Charlottesville, Virginia. Working alongside dermatologists, advanced practice providers, dermatology assistants, and fellow clinical support professionals, you will be an essential member of a collaborative care team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient experiences and high-quality specialty care for a diverse patient population. 

The Role 

As a Certified Medical Assistant in Dermatology, you will help ensure efficient clinic operations while providing compassionate support to patients throughout their care journey. This is a fast-paced clinical environment where attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to teamwork directly impact patient outcomes and clinic success. 

In this role, you will: 

• Prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments. 

• Obtain and document patient information, medical histories, and vital signs. 

• Assist providers with dermatologic examinations and procedures. 

• Support patient education and reinforce treatment plans and follow-up instructions. 

• Coordinate patient flow and contribute to an efficient clinic experience. 

• Manage clinical documentation and maintain accurate medical records. 

• Communicate with patients regarding test results, appointments, and care instructions as directed. 

• Collaborate closely with dermatologists, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, medical assistants, and clinic support staff. 

• Help maintain exam rooms, clinical equipment, and supplies to support daily operations. 

• Contribute to a positive, patient-focused environment while ensuring exceptional service and care delivery. 

This position offers the opportunity to work within a specialty that combines diagnostic complexity, procedural care, long-term patient relationships, and continuous learning. You will play a key role in helping meet the growing demand for dermatologic services while supporting patients with both routine and complex skin conditions. 

Why UVA Health 

At UVA Health, you will be part of one of the nation's leading academic health systems, where innovation, education, research, and exceptional patient care come together to improve lives. Our integrated health system includes a nationally recognized medical center, School of Medicine, School of Nursing, community hospitals, specialty services, and an extensive network of clinics across Virginia. 

For this Dermatology Clinic opportunity, highlights include: 

• Work alongside engaged dermatologists and Advanced Practice Providers in a highly collaborative clinical environment. 

• Support a specialty practice experiencing strong patient demand, where your work makes a meaningful difference in access to care. 

• Be part of a robust educational culture that values learning and professional development. 

• Experience a team-based model of care that includes physicians, APPs, medical assistants, dermatology assistants, and consulting specialists. 

• Gain exposure to a wide variety of dermatologic conditions and procedures, creating opportunities for ongoing skill development. 

• Practice within an academic health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, and advancing healthcare. 

• Join an organization recognized for excellence, including Magnet-recognized nursing excellence, a Level I Trauma Center, a Level IV NICU, UVA Health Children's, and Virginia's first NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. 

• Enjoy a Monday through Friday clinic environment that supports continuity of care and strong provider-patient relationships. 

At UVA Health, every team member contributes to a mission of transforming health and inspiring hope. Your role within Dermatology directly supports that mission by helping patients receive timely, high-quality specialty care close to home. 

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville 

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, cycling, wineries, arts, live music, and a thriving local food scene. The community combines the energy and cultural richness of a university town with the convenience and connectedness of a smaller city. For healthcare professionals and families alike, Charlottesville provides an outstanding balance of career opportunity, outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a welcoming community atmosphere.