Dermatology Assistant

REF 1640229

07.10.2024 | Dubai | full time

Description: A dermatologist assistant works directly with patients in hospitals, clinics, and physician offices under the supervision of a dermatologist. They focus on skin, hair, and nail conditions, including surgery and cosmetics. Duties include taking medical histories, performing medical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, interpreting results, and developing treatment plans. Dermatologist assistants educate patients on skin health and provide preventive services, such as skin cancer screenings. They work closely in collaboration with a supervising physician as required by law. Depending on the specific job, dermatologist assistants can work weekends or evenings, and may need to be on call.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Daily instrument care and sterilization

• Run schedules for the dermatology providers for the next day, review planned

procedures, print patient insurance information, prep pathology slips, bottles and

procedure trays accordingly.

• Review daily schedules for dermatology providers and verify all supplies are prepared

• Draw-up Lidocaine syringes

• Fill liquid nitrogen canisters

• Clean autoclave weekly; Deep clean autoclave monthly

• Detailed exam room stocking weekly

• Check supplies and place order weekly

• Monthly spore check

Requirements: Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program. Current state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
Previous experience in a dermatology setting is highly preferred but not mandatory.
New graduates with a strong interest in dermatology are encouraged to apply.