Job Title: Medical Assistant – Cosmetic Surgery Post-Op Care Coordinator
Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Location: 920 SW 82nd Ave, Miami, FL 33144
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to manage post-operative patient care for our cosmetic surgery practice. This role is critical to patient outcomes and satisfaction, ensuring every patient receives proper wound care guidance and is monitored closely through the key stages of recovery. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compassionate, and comfortable managing a structured follow-up schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct post-operative wound care and incision monitoring, providing patients with clear guidance on proper care and healing expectations
Manage and coordinate the structured post-op follow-up schedule:
Day 1 post-op check-in
Day 7 post-op follow-up
Day 21 post-op follow-up
Proactively reach out to patients to confirm and schedule required in-person follow-up visits
Assess whether a patient is able to attend in-person; if not, coordinate and facilitate a telehealth visit as an alternative
If neither an in-person nor telehealth visit can be completed as scheduled, reschedule the appointment promptly and document the reason for rescheduling
Document all patient interactions, wound assessments, and follow-up outcomes accurately in the patient's chart/EMR
Communicate any concerning symptoms, complications, or healing irregularities to the supervising surgeon or provider immediately
Educate patients on post-surgical care instructions, activity restrictions, and signs of complications to watch for
Maintain compassionate, clear communication with patients who may be anxious or uncertain during recovery
Qualifications
Certified/Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) or equivalent experience
Prior experience in a cosmetic/plastic surgery, dermatology, or surgical follow-up setting strongly preferred
Experience with wound care and post-surgical patient monitoring
Comfortable using telehealth platforms and EMR/scheduling software
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a multi-stage follow-up schedule for a full patient caseload
Excellent communication and patient-facing skills; empathetic and reassuring bedside manner
Ability to identify and escalate potential post-op complications appropriately
Preferred:
Experience specifically in cosmetic/aesthetic surgery recovery protocols