Medical Assistant Patient Care Coordinator
Medical Assistant / Patient Care Coordinator
Tee Health Dermatology – South Lake Union, Seattle
Launch Your Healthcare Career in Dermatology
Tee Health Dermatology is seeking an exceptional Medical Assistant / Patient Care Coordinator to join our growing practice. This role is ideal for motivated pre-medical, pre-PA, pre-nursing, pre-NP, and other pre-health professionals seeking meaningful clinical experience, physician mentorship, and direct patient care exposure.
Team member will work directly with Founder, Dr. Michael Tee MD PhD, who has extensive training including institutions like Cornell, University of Oxford, and the Cleveland Clinic. Research opportunities may be included.
Our team is committed to teaching and professional development. We have an outstanding track record of helping aspiring healthcare professionals gain the clinical experience, mentorship, and skills necessary for admission to medical school, physician assistant programs, nursing programs, and other healthcare professions.
This is more than a traditional Medical Assistant position—we view our team members as future healthcare leaders and invest heavily in their development.
Compensation
$24–$34 per hour
Schedule
Full-time (40 hours/week approximately)
Clinic hours include a combination of:
- Monday–Friday daytime clinics
- Select evening clinics until 6:30 PM
- Rotating Saturday and Sunday half-day clinics
Weekend coverage is shared among team members to promote work-life balance.
What Makes This Position Unique?
- Direct physician mentorship with Founder Dr. Michael Tee, MD PhD who has helped many students get into professional school
- Extensive patient interaction
- Hands-on dermatology training
- Exposure to medical, surgical, cosmetic, and clinical research dermatology
- Training in both clinical and administrative operations
- Opportunities for increased responsibility and leadership
- Exceptional preparation for medical school and other healthcare careers
Clinical Responsibilities
- Room patients and obtain medical histories
- Record vital signs and update medical records
- Assist physicians with dermatologic procedures
- Prepare treatment and procedure rooms
- Clinical photography and documentation
- Assist with biopsies, excisions, injections, and other procedures
- Patient education and follow-up
Administrative Responsibilities
- Patient check-in and check-out
- Scheduling appointments
- Answering phones and patient messages
- Insurance verification and prior authorizations
- Managing clinical documentation and records
- Supporting efficient clinic flow
Qualifications Required
- Strong communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Professional and compassionate demeanor
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable transportation
- Availability for occasional evening and weekend shifts
Preferred
- Previous healthcare experience
- Medical assistant certification
- Scribing experience
- Bachelor's degree or current enrollment in a healthcare-related field
- Interest in medicine, dermatology, nursing, physician assistant studies, or healthcare research
Ideal Candidates
We are particularly interested in applicants who:
- Plan to apply to medical school, PA school, nursing school, or other healthcare programs
- Are taking a gap year before professional school
- Enjoy working directly with patients
- Thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Want mentorship, teaching, and significant hands-on experience
About Tee Health Dermatology
Tee Health Dermatology is a physician-led practice focused on delivering exceptional, evidence-based dermatologic care. We strive to create an environment where patients receive outstanding care and team members are challenged, supported, and mentored.
Additional information can be found at teehealth.com
If you are looking for a position that will provide meaningful clinical experience, mentorship, and professional growth while making a difference in patients' lives, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Performance bonuses
- Paid training
- Employee discounts on cosmetic services and products
- Strong mentorship and letters of recommendation for qualified applicants
Work Location: In person