Medical Assistant - Silva MD

Work Schedule:

Full Time - Monday-Friday 8am-5pm in our main location, Chula Vista, Tuesday 9:00 am - 3:30 pm in our Pacific Beach location.

Compensation:

$23/hr. - $25/hr. commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Support

• Greet patients and prepare them for treatments or consultations
• Take and record vital signs, medical history, and treatment notes
• Provide pre- and post-treatment care instructions to patients
• Assist providers with aesthetic procedures (e.g., injectables, laser treatments, facials, peels)
• Maintain a professional, compassionate, and welcoming patient experience

Clinical & Technical Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms, equipment, and supplies for procedures
• Ensure proper sanitation and sterilization of instruments
• Set up and break down procedure areas following safety and compliance guidelines
• Perform basic clinical tasks within scope of practice (e.g., applying topical anesthetics, assisting with dressings)

Administrative & Operational Support

• Schedule patient appointments and manage calendars
• Document treatments, services, and patient records in EMR system
• Assist with inventory management of medical and spa supplies
• Process payments, handle patient inquiries, and support front desk as needed

Team Collaboration

• Cross-train and support both clinical and front-of-house staff
• Contribute to a collaborative, service-focused team environment
• Participate in ongoing training on procedures, products, and safety protocols

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program strongly preferred
• Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or NCMA) preferred
• Must meet California Medical Board requirements to work as a Medical Assistant, including documented training and supervision by a licensed provider
• 2 + years of experience in a medical office, dermatology, plastic surgery, or MedSpa environment preferred
• Strong understanding of patient safety, infection control, and HIPAA compliance
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and scheduling software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on patient care and hospitality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment with flexibility to support multiple functions
• Professional appearance, compassionate demeanor, and commitment to continuous learning in aesthetics