Job description

We are looking for a skilled Medical Assistant who is and passionate about the aesthetic industry. L&P Aesthetics has established one of the best reputations in facial rejuvenation across the Bay Area. The ideal candidate is looking for a long-term career path that includes opportunities for advancement to provide elective care in a fun and supportive environment.

As a company we know our employees are our most valuable asset. Our cultural values radiate in all we do. Our team is composed of talented & experienced providers who are passionate about the industry and treating patients with natural results.

LOCATION: PALO ALTO AND OR LOS GATOS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma; college degree preferred
• One year of experience in a medical office working as a medical assistant
• Phlebotomist experience required
• CoolSculpting experience a plus

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Training in phlebotomy.
• Good understanding of skin anatomy.
• Experience with suture removal and / or assistance with minor surgical procedures.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Well-organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Empathetic with patient needs and concerns.
• Ability to work well with physicians, anticipating their needs in regard to patient treatment.
• Ability to learn parameters of expanding job description, including operating room equipment manager.
• Has successfully completed basic CPR courses and updates on a yearly basis.
• Has capacity for making quick, intelligent decisions, and initiating appropriate actions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Duties Medical Assistant

• Escorts patients to exam rooms in order of appointment times. Obtains short history and vital signs as required by patient’s chief complaint. Obtains or updates medication list if necessary. Sets up exam room according to scheduled procedure or anticipate physicians needs if non-scheduled procedure is likely.
• Assists physician with biopsies and surgical procedures such as excisions, ED&C, laser surgery, etc.
• Educates patient as required after physician establishes the treatment plan. Ensures that the patient understands the treatment plan, understands the proper use of their medications, and understands their responsibility for compliance with the treatment plan prior to leaving the office.
• Draws patient blood samples when necessary.
• Straightens and cleans exam rooms after patient visits.
• Performs nursing procedures such as suture removal, dressing changes, allergen patch testing without direct physician supervision.
• Completely and correctly fills out all required pathology and laboratory requisition documents for patients as required by physician. Provides clinical staff with all completed documents for data entry into the biopsy book.

Secondary Duties:

• Stocks all exam rooms.
• Performs all duties related to medical instrument cleaning and sterilization.
• Notifies clinical staff of supplies needed to avoid shortages.
• Washes and folds OR/Clinical laundry.
• Ensures surfaces are cleaned.

Bonus, benefits package: medical, dental, 401(k), PTO plus paid holidays, annual CME budget. Generous employee discounts, and an excellent work environment.

Note: All duties and responsibilities stated are essential job functions. Staff members may be required to perform additional job-related duties as assigned by management.

L&P Aesthetics continues to follow ​all ​CA ​state public health orders and policies​ regarding COVID-19​.​ All potential employees are required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon an offer of employment unless a​n individual qualifies for a​ Religious or Medical​ exemption. ​​Employees who have approved exemptions must follow additional protocols where required, such as ​scheduled COVID-19 testing​ ​or other requirements​​ in accordance with CDC or state and local public health government orders.​

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• medical assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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