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Medical Assistant

Forefront Dermatology

Location
Onsite (Wentzville, Missouri · O'Fallon, Missouri)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago

About the role

Forefront Dermatology is a leading dermatology practice group committed to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional care for healthy and beautiful skin. The Medical Assistant role supports clinical operations by rooming patients, assisting with procedures, and managing clinical documentation to enhance the patient experience.

Skills

Patient care Clinical documentation Scribing Dermatologic procedures Communication Organizational skills Medication workflows Prior authorizations Clinical follow-up Team collaboration Patient intake Instrument sterilization

Full job details

Overview

 

At Forefront Dermatology, our Medical Assistants are an important part of the patient experience. You will work side-by-side with dermatology professionals, build meaningful relationships with patients, and gain hands-on experience in a growing specialty. 

 

Whether you are bringing previous healthcare experience or looking to continue building your clinical career, this is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a difference every day. 

 

Schedule: 38 Hours per Week

  • Monday: 7:30 AM–5:30 PM

  • Tuesday: 7:30 AM–5:30 PM

  • Wednesday: Off

  • Thursday: 7:30 AM–5:30 PM

  • Friday: 7:30 AM–5:30 PM


Responsibilities

As a Medical Assistant, you'll help keep the clinic running smoothly while supporting excellent patient care. You'll: 

  • Welcome and room patients and prepare them for their visit 

  • Assist clinicians during exams and dermatologic procedures 

  • Support clinical documentation and scribing 

  • Prepare exam rooms, instruments, supplies, and specimens 

  • Provide patients with basic care instructions as directed by the clinician 

  • Support patient calls, medication workflows, prior authorizations, and clinical follow-up 

  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment 

  • Perform additional clinical responsibilities based on your training, demonstrated competency, and applicable state requirements 


Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED 

  • A passion for providing a great patient experience 

  • Strong communication and organizational skills 

  • A collaborative, team-first approach 

  • Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment 

  • Previous medical office or clinical experience is a plus 

  • Ability to obtain the Certified Dermatology Technician (CDT) designation within the established timeframe 

 

Medical Assistant requirements vary by state. Certification is not required for this role unless required by applicable state regulations. Depending on where you work and the responsibilities of the position, registration, credentialing, training, supervision, or other state-specific requirements may apply. 

Medical Assistants will only perform duties permitted by applicable state law and within their training and demonstrated competency. 

 

Interested in this role but don’t meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply. Your transferable skills, willingness to learn, and commitment to patient care may make you a great addition to our team. We’d love to learn more about what you bring. Any applicable state-required credentials or qualifications must still be met. 

Forefront Dermatology is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact hr@forefrontderm.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.