Overview
We’re hiring a Bilingual Medical Assistant (Spanish/English) to join our dermatology team in Tampa, FL (Town & Country). This full-time Medical Assistant position supports both general and cosmetic dermatology and works closely with providers to deliver high-quality patient care. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care, staying organized throughout the day, and communicating with a diverse patient population.
Schedule/Hours: Monday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 5:30/6:00 PM
Why Anne Arundel Dermatology? At Anne Arundel Dermatology, we’re committed to delivering high-quality care while supporting our team every step of the way. With over 300 clinicians and 110+ locations, we continue to grow while offering hands-on training, a collaborative environment, and opportunities for long-term career development.
Anne Arundel Dermatology has been providing comprehensive dermatologic care for over 50 years. With more than 300 clinicians and 110+ locations across 7 states, we continue to grow while staying committed to high-quality patient care and a strong team environment. We offer hands-on training, continuous learning, and long-term growth opportunities within the organization.
Responsibilities
- Room patients, collect medical history, and enter intake details and vital signs accurately into the EMR
- Help manage patient flow throughout the day to keep providers on schedule
- Set up procedure trays, instruments, and equipment based on provider preferences and clinic protocols
- Assist providers with dermatologic procedures such as biopsies, excisions, and other in-office treatments
- Handle pathology and lab specimens, including proper labeling and routing according to insurance requirements
- Support the administration of local anesthetics as directed by the provider
- Address patient questions both in person and over the phone, escalating clinical concerns when appropriate
- Manage daily clinical communications including task lists, nurse line messages, voicemails, faxes, and internal requests
- Document patient interactions and assist with scribing provider notes in the EMR when needed
- Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control guidelines
- Monitor inventory levels, remove expired supplies, and keep accurate records of medications and materials
- Order and restock clinical supplies to ensure exam rooms and storage areas are fully prepared
- Conduct follow-up outreach for pathology results, document communication, and coordinate next steps per provider direction
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA and protect patient confidentiality at all times
- Support overall clinic operations by assisting with additional responsibilities as needed
Qualifications
- Ability to assess and triage patient concerns appropriately within scope
- Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and Bloodborne Pathogen standards
- Experience obtaining vital signs and preparing patients for clinical visits
- Experience administering injections in a clinical setting
- Familiarity with medical terminology, CPT codes, and ICD-10 coding
- Understanding of basic office procedures, including financial and billing policies
- Comfortable using EMR systems and basic computer applications
- Ability to operate standard office equipment (computer, fax, copier, scanner, etc.)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Fluent in English; bilingual Spanish preferred/required (adjust based on your posting)
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment
- Works well with providers, staff, patients, and visitors in a professional and team-oriented manner
- Willingness to travel to additional clinic locations as needed
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively
- Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions accurately
- Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and file information alphabetically and numerically
Licensure/Certifications/Education
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, or a bachelor’s degree in a pre-med or pre-physician assistant track preferred
- CPR certification preferred
- 1-2 years of recent experience in a Medical Assistant, CNA, or similar patient care role preferred
- Dermatology experience is a plus, but not required
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
- Frequent movement including bending, reaching, twisting, and maintaining balance
- Regular use of hands and fingers for clinical and administrative tasks
- Ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone (speaking and listening)
- Handling of clinic materials, supplies, and equipment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
- Exposure to clinical environments, including potential contact with infectious materials, chemicals, and sharp instruments
Benefits (Full-Time Employees - 30+ hours/week):
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (effective the 1st of the month following start date)
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, and child), Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans
- Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee discounts on cosmetic services and products
